Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Ifor Williams GH146
The Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Ifor Williams GH146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 910kg |
| Payload | - | 2590kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.285m x 1.84m |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Ifor Williams GH146. 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 GH146 if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
Aimed at plant hire operators who need the longest bed in the GH range for larger excavators or two smaller machines, with a tri-axle chassis to keep payload up within the 3500kg limit.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Ifor Williams GH146 is a a tri-axle long-bed plant trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Ifor Williams GH146 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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