Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Cheval Liberte Touring XL
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Cheval Liberte Touring XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2600kg |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 970kg |
| Internal length | - | 3800mm |
| Internal width | - | 2070mm |
| Internal height | - | 2380mm |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Cheval Liberte Touring XL. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg 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
Buy or hire the Touring XL if...
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 Connect Compact and the Cheval Liberte Touring XL?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Cheval Liberte Touring XL is a larger double horse trailer for bigger horses.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact 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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