Head to head
Cheval Liberte Hippomobile vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams P8e is 697kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile weighs 697kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Hippomobile | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 915kg | 218kg |
| External dimensions | 5,950 x 2,150 x 2,750mm | - |
| Internal dimensions | 3,150 x 1,670 x 2,300mm | - |
| Carriage platform | 1,520 x 1,920mm | - |
| Payload | - | 532kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Hippomobile, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,850kg 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.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Buy or hire the P8e if...
- you want one that is 697kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e is 697kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is a twin horse trailer with front carriage-carrying platform; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 697kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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