Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM
The Brian James Cargo Connect carries 2,005kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Cargo Connect carries 2,005kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 3.52m (11.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | 495kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | 1985mm x 1220mm |
| Axles | Tri-axle | - |
| Tyres | - | 145/70R13 |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM. 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 2,005kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- 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
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Buy or hire the MEG7564TRM if...
A 6'6" x 4' unbraked general purpose trailer with mesh sides and a loading ramp, sized for garden waste, small plant and tip runs. A common entry-level trailer at UK trailer dealers.
Listed by
- Liverseed Trailers - Preston, Lostock Hall, Penwortham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Brian James Cargo Connect carries 2,005kg 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 Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM is a general purpose trailer with mesh sides and ramp.
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Brian James Cargo Connect, by 2,005kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM 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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