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Brian James Race Transporter 7 vs Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL

The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 31cm (1ft) wider inside.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Race Transporter 7
Brian James Race Transporter 7 - image: yorkshire.trek-trailers.co.uk
Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL
Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL - image: fieldfare.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Race Transporter 7Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL
Gross weight3500kg2600kg (MGW)
Internal width2.1m / 2.3m1.79m
Payloadup to 2235kg-
Internal bed5.5m / 6.0m long-
AxlesTwin or Tri-
Unladen weight-950kg (without tack locker), 970kg (with tack locker)
Internal length-3.69m
Internal height-2.38m

Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 7, Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL. 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 31cm (1ft) 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.

Full Race Transporter 7 specifications →

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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Full Touring Country XL specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Race Transporter 7 and the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL?

The Brian James Race Transporter 7 is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 31cm (1ft) 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 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 Race Transporter 7 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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