Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Ifor Williams GD84
The Ifor Williams GD84 carries 441kg more and is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GD84 carries 441kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD84 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | Ifor Williams GD84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | up to 1809kg | 2250kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
| Unladen weight | - | 450kg |
| Internal length | - | 2.55m |
| Internal width | - | 1.25m |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Ifor Williams GD84. 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 GD84 if...
- you want one that carries 441kg more
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A everyday farm and smallholding trailer for moving loose loads, logs or small livestock behind a 4x4 or pickup, chosen over the single-axle GD84 when the extra payload of a twin-axle chassis is needed.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 and the Ifor Williams GD84?
The Ifor Williams GD84 carries 441kg 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 Ifor Williams GD84 is a a general-purpose dropside trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Ifor Williams GD84?
The Ifor Williams GD84, by 441kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Ifor Williams GD84 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.