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Brian James Connect Compact vs Lider 38398
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Lider 38398 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2500kg |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked |
| Unladen weight | - | 460kg |
| Internal length | - | 300cm |
| Internal width | - | 150cm |
| Internal height | - | 50cm |
| Axles | - | 2 |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Lider 38398. 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 200kg 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 38398 if...
A high-sided twin-axle general purpose trailer for builders and landscapers clearing large volumes of light bulky waste, with over two tonnes of rated payload.
Full 38398 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Lider 38398?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 200kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Lider 38398 is a a braked twin-axle general purpose trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Lider 38398 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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