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Brian James C4 Transporter vs Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL

The Brian James C4 Transporter is a car transporter trailer. The Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL is a cheval liberte's extended-length two-horse trailer in the touring range, with a longer bed than the standard touring country..

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

C4 Transporter
Brian James C4 Transporter
Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL
Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL - image: fieldfare.co.uk

Specifications side by side

Brian James C4 TransporterCheval Liberte Touring Country XL
Gross weight2000-2600kg (range across C4 variants)2600kg (MGW)
Deck length12ft 2in (3.7m) loading area, up to 16ft overall-
Deck width5ft 10in - 6ft-
Axles2-
Ramps8ft loading ramps included-
Unladen weight-950kg (without tack locker), 970kg (with tack locker)
Internal length-3.69m
Internal width-1.79m
Internal height-2.38m

Sources: Brian James C4 Transporter, Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the C4 Transporter if...

A twin-axle trailer for moving a single car, van or small plant item, used by garages, racers and recovery firms. It is light enough for many family cars to tow while still carrying a saloon or hatchback on its own wheels.

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Buy or hire the Touring Country XL if...

The Touring Country XL gives owners of taller or longer horses extra headroom and legroom over the standard Touring Country, while keeping a similar running gear and roughly 2.6 tonne gross weight. It suits riders who found the standard Touring trailers too tight for a bigger horse.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James C4 Transporter and the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL?

The Brian James C4 Transporter is a car transporter trailer; the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL is a cheval Liberte's extended-length two-horse trailer in the Touring range, with a longer bed than the standard Touring Country..

Can I tow the Brian James C4 Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country 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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