Head to head
Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer vs Cheval Liberte Maxi 3
The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer is 1,219kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 weighs 1,219kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer | Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 176kg | 1395kg |
| Internal bed | 2500mm x 1250mm | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Internal length | - | 4000mm |
| Internal width | - | 2070mm |
| Internal height | - | 2250mm |
| Payload | - | 2105kg |
| Horse capacity | - | 3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading) |
Sources: Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer, Cheval Liberte Maxi 3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the B84 Unbraked Trailer if...
- you want one that is 1,219kg lighter empty
A basic 8x4 general-purpose trailer with a ramp tailboard, aimed at private buyers wanting a cheap, light trailer for tip runs, garden work or small loads. Optional mesh sides or a ladder rack extend it to trade use.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the Maxi 3 if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
The Maxi 3 is aimed at owners who regularly need to move three horses at once, using diagonal herringbone stalls and a full-size tack room rather than a simple extension of a two-horse layout. At 3500kg GVW it needs a suitably rated tow vehicle and, for newer licence holders, category B+E entitlement.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer and the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?
The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer is 1,219kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked general-purpose trailer; the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is a a twin-axle herringbone (diagonal-loading) horse trailer for three horses, with a built-in tack room..
Which is lighter, the Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer or the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?
The Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer. It is 1,219kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3.
Can I tow the Bateson B84 Unbraked Trailer or the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 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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