Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Nugent Q1710
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3,140kg heavier gross. The Nugent Q1710 is 576kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3,140kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 576kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Nugent Q1710 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 360kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 153kg |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 207kg |
| Internal bed | - | 1700mm x 1010mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Nugent Q1710. 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 3,140kg 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 Q1710 if...
- you want one that is 576kg lighter empty
A light trailer for farmers and smallholders who need to move a quad bike, feed or small tools around the yard behind an ATV or small vehicle rather than a car.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Nugent Q1710?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3,140kg heavier gross. The Nugent Q1710 is 576kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Nugent Q1710 is a a small single-axle trailer for quad bikes and ATVs.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Nugent Q1710?
The Nugent Q1710. It is 576kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Nugent Q1710 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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