Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Erde CH451
The Erde CH451 is 620kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 620kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 109kg |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 494kg |
| Internal bed | - | 200 x 117cm |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Erde CH451. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CarGO Connect if...
- you want one that is rated 2.9 tonnes 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.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Buy or hire the CH451 if...
- you want one that is 620kg lighter empty
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451 is 620kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451. It is 620kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Erde CH451 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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