Head to head
Cheval Liberte 2000 vs Ifor Williams GD85
The Cheval Liberte 2000 is rated 600kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte 2000 is rated 600kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte 2000 | Ifor Williams GD85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle |
| Horse capacity | 2 horses | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle |
| Internal bed | - | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
| Brakes | - | Braked, auto-reverse over-run |
Sources: Cheval Liberte 2000, Ifor Williams GD85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 2000 if...
- you want one that is rated 600kg heavier gross
An entry-level two-horse trailer in the Cheval Liberte range, named for its 2000kg gross weight. Riders choose it as a simple, towable trailer for one or two horses without the extra weight of a luxury-trim model.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
The entry point of the Ifor Williams general duty range and one of the most common working trailers in Britain. Smallholders, gardeners and tradespeople buy it for everyday hauling without needing a heavy tow vehicle, and the twin-axle version roughly doubles the payload for a modest gain in unladen weight.
Full GD85 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte 2000 and the Ifor Williams GD85?
The Cheval Liberte 2000 is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte 2000 is a two-horse trailer; the Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte 2000 or the Ifor Williams GD85 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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