Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Ifor Williams BV64e
The Brian James Cargo Connect carries 2.2 tonnes more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Cargo Connect carries 2.2 tonnes more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Ifor Williams BV64e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | 300kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | - |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 200kg |
| Internal length | - | 1.85m |
| Internal width | - | 1.15m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Ifor Williams BV64e. 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 carries 2.2 tonnes more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes 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 BV64e if...
A light domestic trailer for anyone wanting to lock away and weatherproof small loads like garden tools, motorbikes or market stock, towable by almost any car since it needs no brakes or driving licence upgrade.
Listed by
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Brian James Cargo Connect carries 2.2 tonnes more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Ifor Williams BV64e is a a small unbraked enclosed box trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Brian James Cargo Connect, by 2.2 tonnes.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Ifor Williams BV64e 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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