Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Ifor Williams HB510XL
The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Ifor Williams HB510XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 1290kg |
| Payload | - | 2210kg |
| Internal length | - | 4.25m |
| Internal width | - | 1.74m |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Ifor Williams HB510XL. 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 HB510XL if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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