Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Ifor Williams HB511
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer. The Ifor Williams HB511 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle, wider body.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Ifor Williams HB511 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2,700kg |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked |
| Unladen weight | - | 1,000kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.52m |
| Internal width | - | 1.79m |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Ifor Williams HB511. 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 HB511 if...
The wider step up from the HB506, for larger horses or owners who want more room in transit. The extra 12cm of internal width and 36cm of length cost 80kg unladen, which is worth checking against your tow vehicle before choosing it over the HB506.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Ifor Williams HB511?
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Ifor Williams HB511 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle, wider body.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Ifor Williams HB511 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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