Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Ifor Williams GH146
The Brian James CarGO Connect is 181kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 weighs 181kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Ifor Williams GH146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 910kg |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 2590kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.285m x 1.84m |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Ifor Williams GH146. 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 181kg lighter empty
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 GH146 if...
Aimed at plant hire operators who need the longest bed in the GH range for larger excavators or two smaller machines, with a tri-axle chassis to keep payload up within the 3500kg limit.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is 181kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Ifor Williams GH146 is a a tri-axle long-bed plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Brian James CarGO Connect. It is 181kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH146.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams GH146 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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