Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Lider 39400E
The Lider 39400E is 644kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and is 87cm (3ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 644kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 87cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Lider 39400E | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 85kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 115cm |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Internal length | - | 173cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Lider 39400E. 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 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 87cm (3ft) 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 39400E if...
- you want one that is 644kg lighter empty
The lightest motorcycle trailer in the Lider range, aimed at owners of smaller bikes who want the least weight to tow and store.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E is 644kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and is 87cm (3ft) wider inside. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Lider 39400E is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle, lighter than the 29420/39401..
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E. It is 644kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Lider 39400E 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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