Head to head
Cheval Liberte HB vs Ifor Williams P5
The Cheval Liberte HB is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte HB is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte HB | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500kg |
| Brakes | Braked | Unbraked |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 141kg |
| Payload | - | 359kg |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
Sources: Cheval Liberte HB, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HB if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
Cheval Liberte HB, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Horseboxes and horse trailers like this are chosen by private owners and competition yards moving horses to shows, vets and new yards.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
Buy or hire the P5 if...
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte HB and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Cheval Liberte HB is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte HB is a horsebox or horse trailer range; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte HB or the Ifor Williams P5 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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