Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Graham Edwards GP85DB
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Graham Edwards GP85DB | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2600kg |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked |
| Unladen weight | - | 425kg |
| Payload | - | 2175kg |
| Internal bed | - | 8'2" x 5' |
| Axles | - | Tandem |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Graham Edwards GP85DB. 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 100kg 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 GP85DB if...
A farm and smallholder trailer for loose or bagged loads, bales or livestock kit, built to Graham Edwards' tandem-axle braked general-purpose spec rather than the lighter single-axle unbraked version.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Graham Edwards GP85DB?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Graham Edwards GP85DB is a a tandem-axle braked general-purpose dropside trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Graham Edwards GP85DB 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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