Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and is 72cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 72cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB403 weighs 38kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 767kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 1.30m |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 833kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.08m |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Ifor Williams HB403. 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 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 72cm (2.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 38kg 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 HB403 if...
The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and is 72cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Brian James CarGO Connect. It is 38kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB403.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams HB403 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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