Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Ifor Williams P5
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,141kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Cargo Connect carries 2,141kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 3.97m (13ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | 359kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 141kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Ifor Williams P5. 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 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,141kg more
- you want one that has a bed 3.97m (13ft) 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 P5 if...
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,141kg more. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James Cargo Connect, by 2,141kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Ifor Williams P5 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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