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Brian James CarGO Connect vs Equi-Trek Show Treka M

The Brian James CarGO Connect is 511kg lighter empty and is rated 900kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James CarGO Connect
Brian James CarGO Connect - image: CC Supplies
Equi-Trek Show Treka M
Equi-Trek Show Treka M - image: totallyequestrian.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James CarGO ConnectEqui-Trek Show Treka M
Gross weight3,500kg2600kg
Unladen weight729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration1240kg
Load bed length4.00m to 6.00m-
Internal width2.02m or 2.17m-
Bed height0.55m to 0.60m-
Axles-2
Brakes-Braked

Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Equi-Trek Show Treka M. 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 511kg lighter empty
  • you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross

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.

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Buy or hire the Show Treka M if...

A trailer aimed at showing competitors, pairing horse space with a living/changing area sized for show-day preparation rather than multi-night stays. It sits in the mid-weight part of Equi-Trek's trailer range.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Equi-Trek Show Treka M?

The Brian James CarGO Connect is 511kg lighter empty and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Equi-Trek Show Treka M is a 2-horse trailer with a show-focused living/changing area.

Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Equi-Trek Show Treka M?

The Brian James CarGO Connect. It is 511kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Show Treka M.

Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Equi-Trek Show Treka M 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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