Head to head
Brian James C Transporter vs Cheval Liberte Touring XL
The Cheval Liberte Touring XL is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Touring XL is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C Transporter | Cheval Liberte Touring XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,500kg | 2600kg |
| Load capacity | 1,010kg | - |
| Bed length | 3.20m | - |
| Bed width | 1.80m | - |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 970kg |
| Internal length | - | 3800mm |
| Internal width | - | 2070mm |
| Internal height | - | 2380mm |
Sources: Brian James C Transporter, Cheval Liberte Touring XL. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C Transporter if...
Brian James's entry-level open car transporter, a single-axle trailer that a family car can tow. Its 1,010kg load capacity suits a small classic car, track-day hatchback or ride-on mower rather than a modern SUV or performance car.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Touring XL if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
The wider-bodied version of the Touring double trailer, built for taller or broader horses that would be cramped in the standard Touring Country. It suits owners of warmbloods or cobs wanting a simple two-horse trailer.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James C Transporter and the Cheval Liberte Touring XL?
The Cheval Liberte Touring XL is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James C Transporter is a single axle open car transporter trailer; the Cheval Liberte Touring XL is a larger double horse trailer for bigger horses.
Can I tow the Brian James C Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Touring XL 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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