Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Cheval Liberte Touring One
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and is 66cm (2ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James CarGO Connect is 66cm (2ft) wider inside.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Touring One weighs 21kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Cheval Liberte Touring One | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 750kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 1360mm |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 850kg |
| Internal length | - | 3200mm |
| Internal height | - | 2250mm |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Cheval Liberte Touring One. 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 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 66cm (2ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 21kg 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
Buy or hire the Touring One if...
An entry-level single-horse trailer aimed at owners with one horse and a smaller tow vehicle, since its low unladen weight keeps it within reach of many car-based towing limits. It is a common first trailer for leisure riders.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and is 66cm (2ft) wider inside. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Cheval Liberte Touring One is a lightweight single-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Brian James CarGO Connect. It is 21kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring One.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Cheval Liberte Touring One 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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