Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Cheval Liberte Hippomobile
The Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is 55kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 300kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile weighs 55kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Cheval Liberte Hippomobile | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 915kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | - |
| Internal length | 3190mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| External dimensions | - | 5,950 x 2,150 x 2,750mm |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,150 x 1,670 x 2,300mm |
| Carriage platform | - | 1,520 x 1,920mm |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Cheval Liberte Hippomobile. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Deauville if...
- you want one that is 55kg lighter empty
Bateson's standard horsebox trailer, fitted with a saddle rack and cover as standard, for owners of one or two horses up to 17 hands. It is positioned as a simple alternative to the pricier continental horsebox brands.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Manningtree Hire & Self Storage - Manningtree, Lawford
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the Hippomobile if...
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
A two-horse trailer with a front platform sized to carry a horse-drawn carriage, aimed at driving competitors rather than everyday riders. It lets one outfit move both horses and the carriage they pull in a single tow, which is why it turns up with carriage-driving yards rather than general livery use.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile?
The Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Bateson Deauville is 55kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is a twin horse trailer with front carriage-carrying platform.
Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile?
The Bateson Deauville. It is 55kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile 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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