Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Cheval Liberte Maxi4
The Brian James CarGO Connect is 771kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 5cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 weighs 771kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 5cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 1500kg |
| 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 | - | 4900mm |
| Internal height | - | 2300mm |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Cheval Liberte Maxi4. 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 771kg 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
- Derby Trailer Hire Limited - Derby
Buy or hire the Maxi4 if...
- you want one that is 5cm wider inside
The four-horse version of the Maxi range, used by yards, dealers and competition riders who regularly move multiple horses at once. Its herringbone loading is claimed by the maker to be more comfortable for horses than straight loading over long journeys.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James CarGO Connect and the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is 771kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 5cm wider inside. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?
The Brian James CarGO Connect. It is 771kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect or the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 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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