Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form. The Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL is a cheval liberte's extended-length two-horse trailer in the touring range, with a longer bed than the standard touring country..
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2600kg (MGW) |
| Payload | up to 1809kg | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 950kg (without tack locker), 970kg (with tack locker) |
| Internal length | - | 3.69m |
| Internal width | - | 1.79m |
| Internal height | - | 2.38m |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL. 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 Touring Country XL if...
The Touring Country XL gives owners of taller or longer horses extra headroom and legroom over the standard Touring Country, while keeping a similar running gear and roughly 2.6 tonne gross weight. It suits riders who found the standard Touring trailers too tight for a bigger horse.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 and the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form; the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL is a cheval Liberte's extended-length two-horse trailer in the Touring range, with a longer bed than the standard Touring Country..
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL 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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