Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Cheval Liberte Maxi 3
The Brian James Tipper 2 is 610kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 270kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 weighs 610kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 270kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 1395kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 2105kg |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | - |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | - |
| Internal length | - | 4000mm |
| Internal width | - | 2070mm |
| Internal height | - | 2250mm |
| Horse capacity | - | 3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading) |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Cheval Liberte Maxi 3. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
- you want one that is 610kg lighter empty
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Maxi 3 if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 270kg more
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.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?
The Brian James Tipper 2 is 610kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 270kg more. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; 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 is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?
The Brian James Tipper 2. It is 610kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, by 270kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 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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