Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Maypole MP6815
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 2,201kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 2,201kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Maypole MP6815 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 499kg |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 77kg |
| Payload | - | 422kg |
| Internal length | - | 145cm |
| Internal width | - | 100cm |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Maypole MP6815. 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 2,201kg 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
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the MP6815 if...
A mid-sized general purpose trailer for buyers who want more bed length than the MP6812 while staying light enough for a small car to tow.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Maypole MP6815?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 2,201kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Maypole MP6815 is a a small unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Maypole MP6815 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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