Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 399kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 399kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 330kg to 694kg |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | - | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | - | Single or Twin |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Woodford Widebody. 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 2.2 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 Widebody if...
- you want one that is 399kg lighter empty
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 399kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody. It is 399kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Woodford Widebody 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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