Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Ifor Williams HB510XL
The Brian James CarGO Connect is 561kg lighter empty and is 28cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL weighs 561kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 28cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Ifor Williams HB510XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 1290kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 1.74m |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 2210kg |
| Internal length | - | 4.25m |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Ifor Williams HB510XL. 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 561kg lighter empty
- you want one that is 28cm 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 HB510XL if...
For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is 561kg lighter empty and is 28cm wider inside. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Brian James CarGO Connect. It is 561kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB510XL.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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