Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Erde 143
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,998kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Cargo Connect carries 1,998kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 600kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | 502kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | - |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
| Unladen weight | - | 98kg |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Erde 143. 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 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,998kg more
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 143 if...
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Erde 143?
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,998kg more. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Erde 143?
The Brian James Cargo Connect, by 1,998kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Erde 143 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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