Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Ifor Williams Q Range
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 80cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 429kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 429kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 80cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Ifor Williams Q Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 1000kg (braked Q) |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 300kg (Q6b) |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 1.22m (Q6b) |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.95m (Q6b) |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Ifor Williams Q Range. 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 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 80cm (2.5ft) 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
- Derby Trailer Hire Limited - Derby
Buy or hire the Q Range if...
- you want one that is 429kg lighter empty
A compact trailer aimed at farm and domestic users who need something smaller and lighter than the General Duty range for routine loads around a smallholding or garden.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 80cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 429kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Ifor Williams Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (Q) and unbraked (Unbraked Q) versions.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Ifor Williams Q Range. It is 429kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Ifor Williams Q Range 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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