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Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Ifor Williams Q Range

The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Race Shuttle 2
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 - image: lincolnshire.trek-trailers.co.uk
Ifor Williams Q Range
Ifor Williams Q Range - image: Ifor Williams Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Race Shuttle 2Ifor Williams Q Range
Gross weight2600kg1000kg (braked Q)
Payloadup to 1809kg-
AxlesTwin-
Unladen weight-300kg (Q6b)
Internal length-1.95m (Q6b)
Internal width-1.22m (Q6b)

Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Ifor Williams Q Range. 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 1.6 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.

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Buy or hire the Q Range if...

A compact trailer aimed at farm and domestic users who need something smaller and lighter than the General Duty range for routine loads around a smallholding or garden.

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Full Q Range specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 and the Ifor Williams Q Range?

The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 1.6 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 Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (Q) and unbraked (Unbraked Q) versions.

Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Ifor Williams Q Range 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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