Head to head
Brian James Cargo Connect vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,560kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Cargo Connect carries 1,560kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Cargo Connect has a bed 3.06m (10ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Cargo Connect | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Payload | 2500kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | 5.5m x 2.13m (18ft x 6ft 10in) | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | Tri-axle | Single or Twin |
| Unladen weight | - | 330kg to 694kg |
Sources: Brian James Cargo Connect, Woodford Widebody. 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 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,560kg more
- you want one that has a bed 3.06m (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 Widebody if...
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Cargo Connect and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Cargo Connect is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,560kg more. The Brian James Cargo Connect is a a configurable flatbed general-purpose trailer used for goods, plant and vehicle hire; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which carries more, the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Cargo Connect, by 1,560kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Cargo Connect or the Woodford Widebody 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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