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Brian James CarGO Connect vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Brian James CarGO Connect is 50cm (1.5ft) wider inside and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 129kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 50cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 129kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 600kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 1524mm |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 2100kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin 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 50cm (1.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
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 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 129kg lighter empty
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
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 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is 50cm (1.5ft) wider inside and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 129kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 129kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin 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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