Head to head
Bockmann Portax K 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 K | Brian James Connect Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 1265kg | - |
| Internal length | 3560mm | - |
| Internal width | 1750mm | - |
| Internal height | 2350mm | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bockmann Portax K, Brian James Connect Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Portax K if...
A mid-range Portax with a front unloading ramp, bought by owners who value being able to lead a horse out the front rather than reversing it out. It sits below the Big Portax models in size and price.
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 K and the Brian James Connect Compact?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Bockmann Portax K is a aluminium 2-horse trailer with front exit; the Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Bockmann Portax K 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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