Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Ifor Williams CT136
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | Ifor Williams CT136 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,000kg twin axle / 2,600kg CT136HD |
| Payload | up to 1809kg | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 400kg single axle / 495kg twin axle |
| Bed | - | 4.00m x 1.84m |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Ifor Williams CT136. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Shuttle 2 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
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 CT136 if...
The accessible end of car transport, for towing a road car, a track-day car or a small classic. Motorsport and classic-car owners tend toward the twin-axle and HD versions for the higher gross weight and the tie-down provision.
Full CT136 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 and the Ifor Williams CT136?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form; the Ifor Williams CT136 is a flatbed car transporter, single or twin axle.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Ifor Williams CT136 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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