Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Ifor Williams GH146
The Ifor Williams GH146 carries 781kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH146 carries 781kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | Ifor Williams GH146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 1809kg | 2590kg |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 910kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.285m x 1.84m |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Ifor Williams GH146. 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 GH146 if...
- you want one that carries 781kg more
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
Aimed at plant hire operators who need the longest bed in the GH range for larger excavators or two smaller machines, with a tri-axle chassis to keep payload up within the 3500kg limit.
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 GH146?
The Ifor Williams GH146 carries 781kg more and is rated 900kg 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 GH146 is a a tri-axle long-bed plant trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Ifor Williams GH146, by 781kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Ifor Williams GH146 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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