Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Ifor Williams GX105 HD
The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX105 HD is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | Ifor Williams GX105 HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 1809kg | 2810kg |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 690kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.03m x 1.57m |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Ifor Williams GX105 HD. 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 GX105 HD if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
For plant hire operators moving heavier compact machinery on the same bed footprint as the GX105, where the standard trailer's 2700kg gross weight would leave too little payload.
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 GX105 HD?
The Ifor Williams GX105 HD 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 GX105 HD is a a heavy-duty version of the GX105 plant trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Ifor Williams GX105 HD 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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