Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Brian James Cargo Connect
The Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 1.0m (3.5ft) longer and is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 1.0m (3.5ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Cargo Connect carries 270kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Brian James Cargo Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2500kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) |
| Axles | Twin axle | Tri-axle |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | - |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Brian James Cargo Connect. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
The A4 Transporter suits driving schools, small dealers and enthusiasts who need to move one car at a time behind a car-derived tow vehicle, offering a simple twin-axle bed without the cost of a beavertail or enclosed body. Its compact size makes it easier to store and manoeuvre than the longer trailers in the A Transporter range.
Listed by
- Compass Trailers - Lewes, Ringmer
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the Cargo Connect if...
- you want one that has a bed 1.0m (3.5ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 270kg more
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 Brian James A4 Transporter and the Brian James Cargo Connect?
The Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 1.0m (3.5ft) longer and is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Brian James A4 Transporter is a twin-axle open car transporter trailer from Brian James' A Transporter range, built for towing one car on a 4.5m bed.; the Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Brian James Cargo Connect?
The Brian James Cargo Connect, by 270kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter 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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