Head to head
Brian James Connect vs SDC Trailers Rollerbed
The Brian James Connect is a highly configurable flatbed trailer. The SDC Trailers Rollerbed is a curtain-sided car transporter trailer with a roller bed for loading vehicles.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect | SDC Trailers Rollerbed | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | Triple axle, 10 wheels | SAF axles on drums |
| Bed size | 5.5m x 2.1m | - |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | - |
| Length | - | 4m |
| Curtains | - | XL-rated curtains |
Sources: Brian James Connect, SDC Trailers Rollerbed. 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 Rollerbed if...
A car transporter trailer built by SDC, Northern Ireland's largest trailer maker, used by vehicle recovery and haulage firms for moving cars on a roller bed. The curtain sides let vehicles be loaded and secured from either side.
Listed by
- Central Trailer Solutions Limited - Burton-on-Trent
- Central Trailer Solutions Limited - Burton-on-Trent, Alrewas
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect and the SDC Trailers Rollerbed?
The Brian James Connect is a highly configurable flatbed trailer; the SDC Trailers Rollerbed is a curtain-sided car transporter trailer with a roller bed for loading vehicles.
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