Ca Go FS200 Vario vs Riese & Müller Packster 70 Vario
Ca Go FS200 Vario and Riese & Müller Packster 70 Vario are both Front loader (bakfiets) models, so the decision comes down to the details below.
Specifications side by side
| Technical specifications | FS200 Vario | Packster 70 Vario |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Front loader (bakfiets) | Front loader (bakfiets) |
| Motor | Bosch Cargo Line | Bosch Cargo Line |
| Price | €8,599 | €6,000 (Better value) |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Battery | 545 Wh | 545 Wh |
| Estimated range | 39 km | 43 km (Better value) |
| Payload | 100 kg (Better value) | 80 kg |
| Max. total weight | 250 kg (Better value) | 200 kg |
| Bike weight | 57 kg | 38 kg (Better value) |
| Length | 2,600 mm | 2,640 mm |
| Max. children | 3 (Better value) | 2 |
| Drive | Belt drive (Better value) | Chain |
| Shifting | Automatic (Better value) | Hub gears |
| Brakes | TRP hydraulic disc | Magura MT4 hydraulic disc |
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Ca Go FS200 Vario if…
- you haul heavy cargo (100 kg vs 80 kg payload)
- you need a higher total weight limit (250 kg vs 200 kg)
- you carry more kids (up to 3 vs 2)
- you want a clean, low-maintenance belt drive
- you want automatic shifting
Choose the Riese & Müller Packster 70 Vario if…
- your budget matters — it costs €2,599 less (€6,000 vs €8,599)
- you ride long distances (43 km vs 39 km estimated range)
- you often lift or push the bike (38 kg vs 57 kg)