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Brian James Connect Compact vs Lider 39770

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Connect Compact
Brian James Connect Compact
Lider 39770
Lider 39770 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Connect CompactLider 39770
Gross weight2700kg1600kg
BrakesBrakedBraked
Unladen weight-430kg
Internal bed-361 x 185 x 11cm
Axles-1

Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Lider 39770. 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 1.1 tonnes 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.

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Buy or hire the 39770 if...

A lighter single-axle car transporter for owners of small cars, motorhomes-with-tow-cars or similar, sized to be towed by a mid-range family car.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Lider 39770?

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Lider 39770 is a a braked single-axle car transporter trailer rated at 1600kg gross weight..

Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Lider 39770 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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