Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Fautras Oblic+2
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer. The Fautras Oblic+2 is a diagonal-loading two-horse trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Fautras Oblic+2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2,000-3,000kg (chassis dependent) |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 980kg |
| Interior length | - | 3.45m |
| Interior width | - | 1.80m |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Fautras Oblic+2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...
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 Oblic+2 if...
A two-horse trailer that loads horses at a diagonal rather than straight ahead, giving nervous travellers more room to brace. It is hired by owners moving horses that struggle in conventional straight-loading boxes; UK ads sometimes list it under Cheval Liberte, the dealer that distributes it, rather than its actual French maker Fautras.
Full Oblic+2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Fautras Oblic+2?
The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer; the Fautras Oblic+2 is a diagonal-loading two-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact or the Fautras Oblic+2 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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