Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | - | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | - | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | - | Single or Twin |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Woodford Widebody. 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 1.4 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.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Widebody if...
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Woodford Widebody 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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