Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Ifor Williams GH94BT
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer. The Ifor Williams GH94BT is a a braked-tandem version of the gh94 plant trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Ifor Williams GH94BT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2700kg |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 530kg |
| Payload | - | 2170kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.79m x 1.31m |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Ifor Williams GH94BT. 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 GH94BT if...
Chosen over the standard GH94 by operators who want the heavier-duty BT chassis and tyres for regular loaded towing rather than occasional use, at the cost of a little unladen weight and payload.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Ifor Williams GH94BT?
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Ifor Williams GH94BT is a a braked-tandem version of the GH94 plant trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Ifor Williams GH94BT 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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