Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Brian James Connect Compact
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 400kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Brian James Connect Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | - |
| Payload | 1440kg | - |
| Internal length | 3190mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Brian James Connect Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Deauville if...
Bateson's standard horsebox trailer, fitted with a saddle rack and cover as standard, for owners of one or two horses up to 17 hands. It is positioned as a simple alternative to the pricier continental horsebox brands.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...
- you want one that is rated 400kg heavier gross
Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Brian James Connect Compact?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 400kg heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Brian James Connect Compact 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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