Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Maypole MP6819
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3,001kg heavier gross and is 86cm (3ft) wider inside. The Maypole MP6819 is 609kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3,001kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 609kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 86cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Maypole MP6819 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 499kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 120kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 116cm |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 379kg |
| Internal length | - | 186cm |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Maypole MP6819. 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 3,001kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 86cm (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 MP6819 if...
- you want one that is 609kg lighter empty
The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Maypole MP6819?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3,001kg heavier gross and is 86cm (3ft) wider inside. The Maypole MP6819 is 609kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Maypole MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Maypole MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819. It is 609kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Maypole MP6819 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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