Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Ifor Williams GD105
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD105 is 144kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 144kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Ifor Williams GD105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 2,700kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 585kg |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3.11m x 1.58m (10ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Ifor Williams GD105. 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 800kg 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 GD105 if...
- you want one that is 144kg lighter empty
The same market as the GD85 with about 60cm more bed length, which is the difference between fitting a load and not. Landscapers and anyone moving long materials or a quad choose it for the length rather than the payload, which is unchanged.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Ifor Williams GD105?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD105 is 144kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams GD105?
The Ifor Williams GD105. It is 144kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams GD105 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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