Head to head
Bateson 120V Van Trailer vs Brian James CarGO Connect
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and is 87cm (3ft) wider inside. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is 469kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 469kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 87cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 120V Van Trailer | Brian James CarGO Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3,500kg |
| Unladen weight | 260kg | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration |
| Internal width | 1150mm | 2.02m or 2.17m |
| Payload | 490kg | - |
| Internal length | 2050mm | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Load bed length | - | 4.00m to 6.00m |
| Bed height | - | 0.55m to 0.60m |
Sources: Bateson 120V Van Trailer, Brian James CarGO Connect. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 120V Van Trailer if...
- you want one that is 469kg lighter empty
A light unbraked box trailer with a galvanised chassis and fibreglass body, aimed at private buyers who want weatherproof, lockable storage behind a small car. Its low weight keeps it towable by vehicles with a modest unbraked limit.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the CarGO Connect if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 87cm (3ft) wider inside
A configurable enclosed cargo trailer for tradespeople, exhibition and event companies and small hauliers who need a lockable, weatherproof load area rather than an open bed. The low bed height is what makes loading practical without a ramp gradient that fights you.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 120V Van Trailer and the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and is 87cm (3ft) wider inside. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is 469kg lighter empty. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is a small unbraked fibreglass box trailer; the Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Bateson 120V Van Trailer. It is 469kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Bateson 120V Van Trailer 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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