Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Ifor Williams GH94BT
The Ifor Williams GH94BT is 199kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 199kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Ifor Williams GH94BT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 530kg |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 2170kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.79m x 1.31m |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Ifor Williams GH94BT. 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 GH94BT if...
- you want one that is 199kg lighter empty
Chosen over the standard GH94 by operators who want the heavier-duty BT chassis and tyres for regular loaded towing rather than occasional use, at the cost of a little unladen weight and payload.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Ifor Williams GH94BT?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT is 199kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Ifor Williams GH94BT is a a braked-tandem version of the GH94 plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams GH94BT?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT. It is 199kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams GH94BT 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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