Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Ifor Williams BV64e
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and is 87cm (3ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 529kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 529kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 87cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Ifor Williams BV64e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 200kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 1.15m |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 300kg |
| Internal length | - | 1.85m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Ifor Williams BV64e. 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 3 tonnes 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
Buy or hire the BV64e if...
- you want one that is 529kg lighter empty
A light domestic trailer for anyone wanting to lock away and weatherproof small loads like garden tools, motorbikes or market stock, towable by almost any car since it needs no brakes or driving licence upgrade.
Listed by
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and is 87cm (3ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 529kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Ifor Williams BV64e is a a small unbraked enclosed box trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Ifor Williams BV64e. It is 529kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams BV64e 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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