GetBrent

Head to head

Brian James Connect Compact vs Lider 39600PE

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 200kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Connect Compact
Brian James Connect Compact
Lider 39600PE
Lider 39600PE - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Connect CompactLider 39600PE
Gross weight2700kg2500kg
BrakesBrakedBraked
Unladen weight-550kg
Internal bed-256 x 148 x 30cm
Axles-2

Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Lider 39600PE. 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.

Listed by

Full Connect Compact specifications →

Buy or hire the 39600PE if...

The same chassis as the 39600 but with power tipping, for users who tip regularly and want to avoid manual ram operation.

Listed by

Full 39600PE specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Lider 39600PE?

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 200kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Lider 39600PE is a a braked twin-axle electrically-operated tipping trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..

Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Lider 39600PE 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.

GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.