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Brian James T Transporter vs Cheval Liberte Maxi 3

The Brian James T Transporter carries 425kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James T Transporter
Brian James T Transporter - image: threecounties.trek-trailers.co.uk
Cheval Liberte Maxi 3
Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 - image: fieldfare.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James T TransporterCheval Liberte Maxi 3
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Payload2530kg2105kg
Internal bed5.0m x 2.1m-
AxlesTwin (12in steel rims)-
Internal length-4000mm
Internal width-2070mm
Internal height-2250mm
Unladen weight-1395kg
Horse capacity-3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading)

Sources: Brian James T Transporter, Cheval Liberte Maxi 3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the T Transporter if...

  • you want one that carries 425kg more

A mid-range open transporter for dealers and recovery firms who want a manual tilt-bed rather than the hydraulic-tilt Race Transporter range at a lower cost. Its 5.0m x 2.1m bed suits most single road cars and small vans.

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Buy or hire the Maxi 3 if...

The Maxi 3 is aimed at owners who regularly need to move three horses at once, using diagonal herringbone stalls and a full-size tack room rather than a simple extension of a two-horse layout. At 3500kg GVW it needs a suitably rated tow vehicle and, for newer licence holders, category B+E entitlement.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James T Transporter and the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?

The Brian James T Transporter carries 425kg more. The Brian James T Transporter is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a manual hydraulic tilt-bed; the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is a a twin-axle herringbone (diagonal-loading) horse trailer for three horses, with a built-in tack room..

Which carries more, the Brian James T Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?

The Brian James T Transporter, by 425kg.

Can I tow the Brian James T Transporter or the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 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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