Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 219kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 18cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 219kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 18cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 510kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 1.84m |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Internal length | - | 4.0m |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Ifor Williams CT136HD. 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 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 18cm 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 CT136HD if...
- you want one that is 219kg lighter empty
The CT136HD suits recovery operators, racers and dealers who need a tougher car transporter than the standard CT136, thanks to its heavy-duty beam axles and multi-leaf suspension. Its 4.0m bed and 2.6 tonne gross weight cover most road cars without the cost of a beavertail trailer.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 219kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 18cm wider inside. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Ifor Williams CT136HD is a ifor Williams' heavy-duty twin-axle car transporter trailer in the CT136 range, built for moving a single vehicle..
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD. It is 219kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams CT136HD 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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