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Brian James Cargo Connect vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146

The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 800kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Cargo Connect
Brian James Cargo Connect - image: gttowing.co.uk
MEF27146
Meredith & Eyre MEF27146

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Cargo ConnectMeredith & Eyre MEF27146
Gross weight3500kg2700kg
Payload2500kg-
Internal bed5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in)-
AxlesTri-axle-
Internal frame dimensions-4290 x 1990mm

Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. 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 800kg 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.

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Buy or hire the MEF27146 if...

A general purpose flatbed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers carrying palletised or bulky goods, sized in Meredith & Eyre's 20-series range above its smaller 16-series flatbeds.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?

The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.

Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 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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