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Cheval Liberte Hippomobile vs Ifor Williams HB403

The Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 148kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Hippomobile
Cheval Liberte Hippomobile
Ifor Williams HB403
Ifor Williams HB403 - image: Barlow Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Cheval Liberte HippomobileIfor Williams HB403
Gross weight2,600kg1600kg
Unladen weight915kg767kg
External dimensions5,950 x 2,150 x 2,750mm-
Internal dimensions3,150 x 1,670 x 2,300mm-
Carriage platform1,520 x 1,920mm-
Payload-833kg
Internal length-3.08m
Internal width-1.30m

Sources: Cheval Liberte Hippomobile, Ifor Williams HB403. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Hippomobile if...

  • you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross

A two-horse trailer with a front platform sized to carry a horse-drawn carriage, aimed at driving competitors rather than everyday riders. It lets one outfit move both horses and the carriage they pull in a single tow, which is why it turns up with carriage-driving yards rather than general livery use.

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Buy or hire the HB403 if...

  • you want one that is 148kg lighter empty

The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.

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Full HB403 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile and the Ifor Williams HB403?

The Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 148kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is a twin horse trailer with front carriage-carrying platform; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.

Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile or the Ifor Williams HB403?

The Ifor Williams HB403. It is 148kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile.

Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile or the Ifor Williams HB403 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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