Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Nugent G2512D
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D is 284kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 284kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Nugent G2512D | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 445kg |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 1555kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2520mm x 1270mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Nugent G2512D. 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 1.5 tonnes 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 G2512D if...
- you want one that is 284kg lighter empty
An entry-level general-purpose trailer for smallholders and light trade users who need a twin-axle chassis but not the larger bed of the G3015D.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Nugent G2512D?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D is 284kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Nugent G2512D is a a compact twin-axle general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Nugent G2512D?
The Nugent G2512D. It is 284kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Nugent G2512D 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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