Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Brian James T Transporter
The Brian James T Transporter carries 721kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James T Transporter carries 721kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James T Transporter is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | Brian James T Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 1809kg | 2530kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin (12in steel rims) |
| Internal bed | - | 5.0m x 2.1m |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Brian James T Transporter. 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 T Transporter if...
- you want one that carries 721kg more
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
A mid-range open transporter for dealers and recovery firms who want a manual tilt-bed rather than the hydraulic-tilt Race Transporter range at a lower cost. Its 5.0m x 2.1m bed suits most single road cars and small vans.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- 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 T Transporter?
The Brian James T Transporter carries 721kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form; the Brian James T Transporter is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a manual hydraulic tilt-bed.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Brian James T Transporter?
The Brian James T Transporter, by 721kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Brian James T Transporter 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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