Head to head
Brian James Connect vs Tickners CP53
The Brian James Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Axles | Triple axle, 10 wheels | 1 |
| Bed size | 5.5m x 2.1m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 135kg |
| Payload | - | 365kg |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal width | - | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Connect, Tickners CP53. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Connect if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
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 CP53 if...
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- Trailer Hire Solutions Ltd - Tunbridge Wells
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect and the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Connect is a highly configurable flatbed trailer; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Can I tow the Brian James Connect or the Tickners CP53 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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