Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 221kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL weighs 221kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 23cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 2600kg (MGW) |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 950kg (without tack locker), 970kg (with tack locker) |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 1.79m |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.69m |
| Internal height | - | 2.38m |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL. 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 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 221kg lighter empty
- you want one that is 23cm wider inside
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
Buy or hire the Touring Country XL if...
The Touring Country XL gives owners of taller or longer horses extra headroom and legroom over the standard Touring Country, while keeping a similar running gear and roughly 2.6 tonne gross weight. It suits riders who found the standard Touring trailers too tight for a bigger horse.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 221kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL is a cheval Liberte's extended-length two-horse trailer in the Touring range, with a longer bed than the standard Touring Country..
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL?
The Brian James CarGO Connect. It is 221kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL 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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