Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Brian James Cargo Connect carries 1,968kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Cargo Connect carries 1,968kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 2.99m (10ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | 532kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 218kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,968kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 2.99m (10ft) 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 P8e if...
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
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 P8e?
The Brian James Cargo Connect carries 1,968kg more and is rated 2,750kg 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 P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James Cargo Connect, by 1,968kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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