Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and is 80cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 449kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 449kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 80cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 280kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 1220mm |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 470kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 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
Buy or hire the 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 449kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and is 80cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 449kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 449kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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