Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Cheval Liberte Touring XL
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 241kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Touring XL is 5cm wider inside.
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 XL weighs 241kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Touring XL is 5cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Cheval Liberte Touring XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 970kg |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | 2070mm |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Internal length | - | 3800mm |
| Internal height | - | 2380mm |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Cheval Liberte Touring 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 241kg 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 XL if...
- you want one that is 5cm wider inside
The wider-bodied version of the Touring double trailer, built for taller or broader horses that would be cramped in the standard Touring Country. It suits owners of warmbloods or cobs wanting a simple two-horse trailer.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Cheval Liberte Touring XL?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 241kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Touring XL is 5cm wider inside. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Cheval Liberte Touring XL is a larger double horse trailer for bigger horses.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Cheval Liberte Touring XL?
The Brian James CarGO Connect. It is 241kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring XL.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Cheval Liberte Touring 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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