Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 869kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 carries 869kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 2 | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 1809kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single or Twin |
| Unladen weight | - | 330kg to 694kg |
| Internal bed | - | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 2, Woodford Widebody. 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 1.3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 869kg more
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 Widebody if...
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 869kg more. The Brian James Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 2, by 869kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 2 or the Woodford Widebody 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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