Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Cheval Liberte Multi Max
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 670kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Multi Max is 230kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 670kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 230kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Cheval Liberte Multi Max | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 970kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 1630kg |
| Axles | Twin | 2 |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Cheval Liberte Multi Max. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 5 if...
- you want one that carries 670kg more
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
Used by race teams and professional recovery operators moving cars that need slightly more bed length or restraint options than the Race Transporter 4 offers. It remains a twin-axle single-car trailer rather than a multi-car hauler.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Multi Max if...
- you want one that is 230kg lighter empty
A general-purpose double trailer positioned between the entry-level Touring range and the larger Maxi models. It is bought by owners who want twin-axle stability without stepping up to a 4-horse trailer.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 5 and the Cheval Liberte Multi Max?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 670kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Multi Max is 230kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; the Cheval Liberte Multi Max is a twin-axle double horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Cheval Liberte Multi Max?
The Cheval Liberte Multi Max. It is 230kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Cheval Liberte Multi Max?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5, by 670kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Cheval Liberte Multi Max 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.