Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Cheval Liberte Maxi2
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 29cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 7 is 29cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 7 | Cheval Liberte Maxi2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2600kg |
| Internal width | 2.1m / 2.3m | 1810mm |
| Payload | up to 2235kg | - |
| Internal bed | 5.5m / 6.0m long | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 960kg |
| Internal length | - | 3780mm |
| Internal height | - | 2250mm |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Cheval Liberte Maxi2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 7 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 29cm wider inside
Sits at the top of the Race Transporter range for teams hauling larger or wider vehicles where the Race Transporter 6 is still not wide enough. The twin/tri-axle choice lets buyers trade a little unladen weight against stability at the widest bed option.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the Maxi2 if...
Cheval Liberte's standard double trailer, loading horses in a herringbone (angled) layout rather than straight ahead. It is aimed at everyday owners moving one or two horses to competitions or the vet.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 7 and the Cheval Liberte Maxi2?
The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 29cm wider inside. The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is a the largest Race Transporter, offered in twin or tri-axle form for heavier vehicles; the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is a herringbone-loading 2-horse trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 7 or the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 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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