Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Cheval Liberte Maxi 3
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 625kg lighter empty and carries 125kg more. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 weighs 625kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 125kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 1395kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | 2105kg |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 4000mm |
| Internal width | - | 2070mm |
| Internal height | - | 2250mm |
| Horse capacity | - | 3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading) |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Cheval Liberte Maxi 3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
- you want one that is 625kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 125kg more
The A4 Transporter suits driving schools, small dealers and enthusiasts who need to move one car at a time behind a car-derived tow vehicle, offering a simple twin-axle bed without the cost of a beavertail or enclosed body. Its compact size makes it easier to store and manoeuvre than the longer trailers in the A Transporter range.
Listed by
- Compass Trailers - Lewes, Ringmer
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the Maxi 3 if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg 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 Brian James A4 Transporter and the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 625kg lighter empty and carries 125kg more. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Brian James A4 Transporter is a twin-axle open car transporter trailer from Brian James' A Transporter range, built for towing one car on a 4.5m bed.; 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 Brian James A4 Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 625kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 125kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter 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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