Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Brian James CarGO Connect
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 114kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bockmann Portax Esprit weighs 114kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Brian James CarGO Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3,500kg |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Load bed length | - | 4.00m to 6.00m |
| Internal width | - | 2.02m or 2.17m |
| Bed height | - | 0.55m to 0.60m |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Brian James CarGO Connect. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Portax Esprit if...
Bockmann's entry-level model in its Portax range, built for owners wanting a durable two-horse trailer without the cost of the higher trims. Its light unladen weight keeps it towable by a mid-size 4x4 or pickup.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the CarGO Connect if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 114kg lighter empty
A configurable enclosed cargo trailer for tradespeople, exhibition and event companies and small hauliers who need a lockable, weatherproof load area rather than an open bed. The low bed height is what makes loading practical without a ramp gradient that fights you.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Derby Trailer Hire Limited - Derby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 114kg lighter empty. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles.
Which is lighter, the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Brian James CarGO Connect. It is 114kg lighter empty than the Bockmann Portax Esprit.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit or the Brian James CarGO Connect 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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