Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Ifor Williams LM105
The Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 2.49m (8ft) longer. The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 395kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 2.49m (8ft) longer.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM105 carries 395kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Ifor Williams LM105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | 2895kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | 3.01m x 1.68m |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 605kg |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Ifor Williams LM105. 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 2.49m (8ft) longer
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 LM105 if...
- you want one that carries 395kg more
A workhorse flatbed for farmers, landscapers and small hauliers moving bagged materials, bales or machinery with dropsides, sized to fit most towing vehicles rated to 3500kg.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 2.49m (8ft) longer. The Ifor Williams LM105 carries 395kg more. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Ifor Williams LM105 is a a general-purpose flatbed trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105, by 395kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Ifor Williams LM105 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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