Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Brian James General Plant
The Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 1.9m (6ft) longer. The Brian James General Plant carries 93kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 1.9m (6ft) longer.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 93kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Brian James General Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | 2593kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | 3.6m x 1.8m |
| Axles | Tri-axle | Tri-axle (12in wheels) |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Brian James General Plant. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Cargo Connect if...
- you want one that has a bed 1.9m (6ft) longer
A do-it-all flatbed aimed at plant hire firms and trailer rental companies who need one trailer that can carry a car, a mini digger or palletised goods. The tri-axle chassis and long bed make it a common hire-fleet workhorse rather than a car-specific transporter.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Buy or hire the General Plant if...
- you want one that carries 93kg more
A tougher all-round plant trailer for contractors who need to move a range of machines - diggers, dumpers, rollers - rather than one specific type. The tri-axle chassis spreads load for towing at higher gross weight on public roads.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Brian James General Plant?
The Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 1.9m (6ft) longer. The Brian James General Plant carries 93kg more. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Brian James General Plant?
The Brian James General Plant, by 93kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Brian James General Plant 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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