Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Cheval Liberte Maxi4
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 730kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 weighs 730kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 1500kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | - |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Internal length | - | 4900mm |
| Internal width | - | 2070mm |
| Internal height | - | 2300mm |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Cheval Liberte Maxi4. 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 730kg lighter empty
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 Maxi4 if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
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.
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 Maxi4?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is 730kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 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 Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?
The Brian James A4 Transporter. It is 730kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter 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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