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Brian James Connect Compact vs Ifor Williams P7e

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Connect Compact
Brian James Connect Compact
Ifor Williams P7e
Ifor Williams P7e - image: blains.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Connect CompactIfor Williams P7e
Gross weight2700kg750kg
BrakesBrakedUnbraked
Unladen weight-193kg
Payload-557kg
Internal bed-2.21m x 1.21m

Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Ifor Williams P7e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...

  • you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross

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.

Full Connect Compact specifications →

Buy or hire the P7e if...

For buyers who find the P6e's bed a little short for longer items like ladders or fencing panels, on the same unbraked 750kg chassis.

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Full P7e specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Ifor Williams P7e?

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Ifor Williams P7e is a a slightly longer unbraked general-purpose trailer.

Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Ifor Williams P7e 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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