Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Ifor Williams P6e
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,922kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Cargo Connect carries 1,922kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 3.52m (11.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Ifor Williams P6e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | 578kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | 1.98m x 1.21m |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 172kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Ifor Williams P6e. 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 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,922kg more
- you want one that has a bed 3.52m (11.5ft) 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 P6e if...
A step up from the P5 for domestic and light trade users who need a slightly bigger bed while staying under the 750kg limit that avoids the need for brakes.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Ifor Williams P6e?
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,922kg more. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Ifor Williams P6e is a a small unbraked general-purpose trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Ifor Williams P6e?
The Brian James Cargo Connect, by 1,922kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Ifor Williams P6e 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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