Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 is 204kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 204kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 525kg |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Ifor Williams LM85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CarGO Connect if...
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 LM85 if...
- you want one that is 204kg lighter empty
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is 204kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85. It is 204kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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