Head to head
Bockmann Champion C Esprit vs Cheval Liberte Maxi 3
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 540kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 540kg more.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is 90cm (3ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is 42cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
- Internal height: the Bockmann Champion C Esprit is 5cm taller inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Champion C Esprit | Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1565kg | 2105kg |
| Internal length | 3100mm | 4000mm |
| Internal width | 1650mm | 2070mm |
| Internal height | 2300mm | 2250mm |
| Unladen weight | - | 1395kg |
| Horse capacity | - | 3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading) |
Sources: Bockmann Champion C Esprit, Cheval Liberte Maxi 3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Champion C Esprit if...
- you want one that is 5cm taller inside
A dressed-up version of Bockmann's aluminium Champion trailer, adding a pop-up window and styling touches over the standard Champion C. It targets private owners who want a smarter-looking aluminium trailer without moving up to the Portax range.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the Maxi 3 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 540kg more
- you want one that is 90cm (3ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 42cm (1.5ft) wider inside
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 Bockmann Champion C Esprit and the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 540kg more. The Bockmann Champion C Esprit is a aluminium 2-horse trailer with a styled Esprit trim package; 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 carries more, the Bockmann Champion C Esprit or the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, by 540kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Champion C Esprit 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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