Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Brian James Tipper
The Brian James Tipper carries 691kg more and is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 691kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | Brian James Tipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2700kg / 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 1809kg | up to 2500kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin or Tri |
| Unladen weight | - | from 785kg |
| Internal width | - | 1.6m / 2.0m |
| Internal length | - | 3.1m to 4.0m |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Brian James Tipper. 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 Tipper if...
- you want one that carries 691kg more
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 and the Brian James Tipper?
The Brian James Tipper carries 691kg more and is rated 100kg 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 Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Brian James Tipper?
The Brian James Tipper, by 691kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Brian James Tipper 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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