Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Ifor Williams BV105
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer. The Ifor Williams BV105 is a an enclosed box van trailer on a 3.0m bed.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Ifor Williams BV105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2700kg |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 735kg |
| Payload | - | 1965kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal width | - | 1.47m |
| Axles | - | Twin (dual) |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Ifor Williams BV105. 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 BV105 if...
A general enclosed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers who need to keep tools, bikes or stock dry and locked away rather than under a sheet. It sits below the BV125/BV106 in the range, so it suits loads that need weather protection but not extra width or gross weight.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Ifor Williams BV105?
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Ifor Williams BV105 is a an enclosed box van trailer on a 3.0m bed.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Ifor Williams BV105 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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