Head to head
Brian James C Transporter vs Brian James Connect Compact
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C Transporter | Brian James Connect Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,500kg | 2700kg |
| Load capacity | 1,010kg | - |
| Bed length | 3.20m | - |
| Bed width | 1.80m | - |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James C Transporter, Brian James Connect Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C Transporter if...
Brian James's entry-level open car transporter, a single-axle trailer that a family car can tow. Its 1,010kg load capacity suits a small classic car, track-day hatchback or ride-on mower rather than a modern SUV or performance car.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C Transporter and the Brian James Connect Compact?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James C Transporter is a single axle open car transporter trailer; the Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James C Transporter or the Brian James Connect Compact 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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