Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Debon Roadster Platform
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Debon Roadster Platform | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg or 1300kg (two configurations) |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 280kg or 330kg |
| Payload | - | 470kg or 970kg |
| Internal length | - | 3035mm |
| Internal width | - | 1785mm |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Debon Roadster Platform. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
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 Roadster Platform if...
A small tilting platform trailer used for garden clearance, tip runs and general haulage behind a car. Its gas-strut assisted tilt bed lets one person load without lifting a ramp into place.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Debon Roadster Platform?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Debon Roadster Platform is a tilting platform trailer for garden and general haulage.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Debon Roadster Platform 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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