Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Brian James Race Transporter 7
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 426kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 carries 426kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | Brian James Race Transporter 7 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 1809kg | up to 2235kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin or Tri |
| Internal bed | - | 5.5m / 6.0m long |
| Internal width | - | 2.1m / 2.3m |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Brian James Race Transporter 7. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Shuttle 2 if...
Bought by club racers and classic car owners who want an enclosed, lockable transporter without stepping up to the larger Race Shuttle 3. The fixed or tilt-bed choice suits both low-slung cars and everyday road cars.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 7 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 426kg more
Sits at the top of the Race Transporter range for teams hauling larger or wider vehicles where the Race Transporter 6 is still not wide enough. The twin/tri-axle choice lets buyers trade a little unladen weight against stability at the widest bed option.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 and the Brian James Race Transporter 7?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 426kg more. The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form; the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is a the largest Race Transporter, offered in twin or tri-axle form for heavier vehicles.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Brian James Race Transporter 7?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7, by 426kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Brian James Race Transporter 7 on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
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