Head to head
Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer vs Brian James CarGO Connect
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 391kg 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 391kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer | Brian James CarGO Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3,500kg |
| Unladen weight | 338kg | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration |
| Payload | 412kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2100mm x 1250mm | - |
| Axles | 1 | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Load bed length | - | 4.00m to 6.00m |
| Internal width | - | 2.02m or 2.17m |
| Bed height | - | 0.55m to 0.60m |
Sources: Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer, Brian James CarGO Connect. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is 391kg lighter empty
A light tipping trailer aimed at gardeners and smallholders moving mowers, tools or loose garden waste, small enough to stay in the unbraked towing class. Its side-tip mechanism keeps the ramp door usable when tipped.
Full 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer specifications →Buy or hire the CarGO Connect if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
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.
Full CarGO Connect specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer and the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 391kg lighter empty. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is a small unbraked tipping trailer; the Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer. It is 391kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.