Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Ifor Williams GD105
The Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD105 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | Ifor Williams GD105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2,700kg |
| Payload | up to 1809kg | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 585kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.11m x 1.58m (10ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Ifor Williams GD105. 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 GD105 if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
The same market as the GD85 with about 60cm more bed length, which is the difference between fitting a load and not. Landscapers and anyone moving long materials or a quad choose it for the length rather than the payload, which is unchanged.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 and the Ifor Williams GD105?
The Ifor Williams GD105 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 Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Ifor Williams GD105 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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