Head to head
Brian James Connect vs Ifor Williams GX105 HD
The Brian James Connect is a highly configurable flatbed trailer. The Ifor Williams GX105 HD is a a heavy-duty version of the gx105 plant trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect | Ifor Williams GX105 HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Bed size | 5.5m x 2.1m | - |
| Axles | Triple axle, 10 wheels | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 690kg |
| Payload | - | 2810kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.03m x 1.57m |
Sources: Brian James Connect, Ifor Williams GX105 HD. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Connect if...
Brian James's modular flatbed platform, built to order in a range of lengths, widths and axle counts. Plant and vehicle hire firms specify it as a general-purpose load carrier rather than buying a dedicated car transporter or plant trailer.
Full Connect specifications →Buy or hire the GX105 HD if...
For plant hire operators moving heavier compact machinery on the same bed footprint as the GX105, where the standard trailer's 2700kg gross weight would leave too little payload.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect and the Ifor Williams GX105 HD?
The Brian James Connect is a highly configurable flatbed trailer; the Ifor Williams GX105 HD is a a heavy-duty version of the GX105 plant trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect or the Ifor Williams GX105 HD 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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