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Brian James Connect Compact vs Ifor Williams LM167

The Ifor Williams LM167 is rated 800kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Connect Compact
Brian James Connect Compact
Ifor Williams LM167
Ifor Williams LM167 - image: Barnwell Trailers Ltd

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Connect CompactIfor Williams LM167
Gross weight2700kg3500kg
BrakesBraked-
Unladen weight-845kg
Payload-2655kg
Internal bed-4.77m x 2.25m

Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Ifor Williams LM167. 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 LM167 if...

  • you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross

For operators carrying wide loads such as pallets in double rows or plant machinery, taking the LM166's length and adding the range's 2.25m wide-bed option.

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Full LM167 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Ifor Williams LM167?

The Ifor Williams LM167 is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Ifor Williams LM167 is a a long, wide flatbed trailer.

Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Ifor Williams LM167 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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