Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Tickners GB855
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross and is 57cm (2ft) wider inside. The Tickners GB855 is 279kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 279kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 57cm (2ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Tickners GB855 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 1800kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 450kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 1455mm |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 1350kg |
| Internal length | - | 2430mm |
| Internal height | - | 1470mm |
| Axles | - | 2 |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Tickners GB855. 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 1.7 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 57cm (2ft) 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 GB855 if...
- you want one that is 279kg lighter empty
Aimed at tradespeople and small businesses needing a bigger payload box trailer for stock, tools or equipment. Braked and twin-axled at 1800kg gross, it carries 1350kg - about three times an unbraked box trailer - so it suits a working week rather than an occasional tip run.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Tickners GB855?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross and is 57cm (2ft) wider inside. The Tickners GB855 is 279kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Tickners GB855 is a a braked twin-axle box trailer from Tickners' GB range, rated at 1800kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Tickners GB855?
The Tickners GB855. It is 279kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Tickners GB855 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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