Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Debon Roadster C500
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Debon Roadster C500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,600kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | - |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | - |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 625kg |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,130mm x 1,640mm x 2,010mm |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Debon Roadster C500. 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 is rated 900kg 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 Roadster C500 if...
A popular enclosed box trailer with market traders, mobile caterers and tradespeople who need secure, weatherproof storage in transit. The side-opening hatch version is the one most buyers want, because it allows quick access without swinging the rear doors open.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Debon Roadster C500?
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Debon Roadster C500 is a enclosed box van trailer, twin axle.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Debon Roadster C500 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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