Head to head
Bockmann Portax Esprit vs Brian James Connect Compact
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 300kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Portax Esprit | Brian James Connect Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 1557kg | - |
| Unladen weight | approx. 843kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Body material | Aluminium | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bockmann Portax Esprit, Brian James Connect Compact. 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 Connect Compact if...
- you want one that is rated 300kg 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 Bockmann Portax Esprit and the Brian James Connect Compact?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax Esprit is a two-horse aluminium-bodied horsebox trailer; the Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax Esprit 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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