Head to head
Anssems GT500-151 vs Brian James Cargo Connect
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Anssems GT500-151 | Brian James Cargo Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 500kg | 3500kg |
| Internal dimensions | 151cm x 101cm x 48cm | - |
| Payload | - | 2500kg |
| Internal bed | - | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) |
| Axles | - | Tri-axle |
Sources: Anssems GT500-151, Brian James Cargo Connect. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GT500-151 if...
A light trailer for camping gear, luggage and small DIY loads, towable behind almost any car. The hard-top version is the one most buyers want, because weatherproof and lockable is the whole reason to choose this over a builders trailer.
Full GT500-151 specifications →Buy or hire the Cargo Connect if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
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
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Anssems GT500-151 and the Brian James Cargo Connect?
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Anssems GT500-151 is a small single-axle luggage and general purpose trailer; the Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire.
Can I tow the Anssems GT500-151 or the Brian James Cargo Connect 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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