Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Brian James Tipper
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Brian James Tipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2700kg / 3500kg |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | from 785kg |
| Payload | - | up to 2500kg |
| Internal width | - | 1.6m / 2.0m |
| Internal length | - | 3.1m to 4.0m |
| Axles | - | Twin or Tri |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Brian James Tipper. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...
Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Brian James Tipper?
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Brian James Tipper 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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