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Bateson PT66 vs Cheval Liberte Maxi4

The Bateson PT66 is 565kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

PT66
Bateson PT66
Cheval Liberte Maxi4
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 - image: fieldfare.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson PT66Cheval Liberte Maxi4
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Unladen weight935kg1500kg
Payload2565kg-
Bed size5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7')-
AxlesTriple-
Internal length-4900mm
Internal width-2070mm
Internal height-2300mm

Sources: Bateson PT66, Cheval Liberte Maxi4. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the PT66 if...

  • you want one that is 565kg lighter empty

Bateson's largest hydraulic tilt trailer with triple hinged steel sides, used to move light commercial vehicles, plant and ground maintenance machinery. Its hydraulic tilt bed lets one person load without ramps.

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Full PT66 specifications →

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.

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Full Maxi4 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson PT66 and the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?

The Bateson PT66 is 565kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer.

Which is lighter, the Bateson PT66 or the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?

The Bateson PT66. It is 565kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.

Can I tow the Bateson PT66 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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