Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Lider Alicante
The Lider Alicante is 593kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and is 1.02m (3.5ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 593kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 1.02m (3.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Lider Alicante | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 136kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 100cm |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Internal length | - | 150cm |
| Internal height | - | 39cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Lider Alicante. 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 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.02m (3.5ft) 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
Buy or hire the Alicante if...
- you want one that is 593kg lighter empty
A low-cost, lightweight trailer for campers and DIY users who want an occasional-use box trailer that any car can tow. At 136kg unladen it is light enough to move by hand around a drive, and the lift-off lid means it can be loaded from any side rather than over a tailgate.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante is 593kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and is 1.02m (3.5ft) wider inside. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Lider Alicante is a a small unbraked single-axle camping and general purpose trailer with a lift-off lid..
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante. It is 593kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Lider Alicante 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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