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Brian James Connect Compact vs Ifor Williams LM166

The Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 800kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Connect Compact
Brian James Connect Compact
Ifor Williams LM166
Ifor Williams LM166 - image: blains.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Connect CompactIfor Williams LM166
Gross weight2700kg3500kg
BrakesBraked-
Unladen weight-795kg
Payload-2705kg
Internal bed-4.77m x 1.98m

Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Ifor Williams LM166. 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.

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Buy or hire the LM166 if...

  • you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross

Bought by contractors and hauliers who regularly carry longer loads, such as fencing materials or several pallets, and need more deck length than the LM106 or LM126 provide.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Ifor Williams LM166?

The Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Ifor Williams LM166 is a a long-bed flatbed trailer.

Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Ifor Williams LM166 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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