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Brian James Connect Compact vs Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3,000kg |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Payload | - | 2,020kg |
| Overall dimensions | - | 7.15m x 2.48m x 2.40m |
| Bed length | - | 4.88m |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ. 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 Velocity iQ if...
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
An enclosed trailer that keeps a car dry and out of sight in transit, built on Eco-Trailer's own chassis. Motorsport teams and car traders hire it to move a vehicle without exposing it to weather or attention on the road.
Listed by
- OK Racing Trailer Hire - Hertfordshire
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ?
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is a enclosed car transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ 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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