Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Ifor Williams GD105
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer. The Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Ifor Williams GD105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2,700kg |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked |
| Unladen weight | - | 585kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3.11m x 1.58m (10ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Ifor Williams GD105. 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 GD105 if...
The same market as the GD85 with about 60cm more bed length, which is the difference between fitting a load and not. Landscapers and anyone moving long materials or a quad choose it for the length rather than the payload, which is unchanged.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Ifor Williams GD105?
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Ifor Williams GD105 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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