Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 2.8m (9ft) longer and carries 665kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 2.8m (9ft) longer.
- Payload: the Brian James Cargo Connect carries 665kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
| Axles | Tri-axle | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Unladen weight | - | 785kg to 1200kg |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Brian James Tipper 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Cargo Connect if...
- you want one that has a bed 2.8m (9ft) longer
- you want one that carries 665kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A do-it-all flatbed aimed at plant hire firms and trailer rental companies who need one trailer that can carry a car, a mini digger or palletised goods. The tri-axle chassis and long bed make it a common hire-fleet workhorse rather than a car-specific transporter.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 2.8m (9ft) longer and carries 665kg more. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Cargo Connect, by 665kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Brian James Tipper 2 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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