Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Cheval Liberte Maxi4
The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Payload | 2670kg | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 1500kg |
| Internal length | - | 4900mm |
| Internal width | - | 2070mm |
| Internal height | - | 2300mm |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Cheval Liberte Maxi4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35-16 if...
A 16-foot tilt-bed transporter used to move 4x4s, plant and light machinery without loading ramps, since the whole bed tilts to ground level. A staple of small plant hire and vehicle recovery fleets.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Maxi4 if...
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 Bateson 35-16 and the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?
The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 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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