Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 vs Ifor Williams BV64e
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 1,805kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 1,195kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 1,805kg more.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 weighs 1,195kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is 2.15m (7ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is 92cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 | Ifor Williams BV64e | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 4000mm | 1.85m |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1.15m |
| Unladen weight | 1395kg | 200kg |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 2105kg | 300kg |
| Internal height | 2250mm | - |
| Horse capacity | 3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading) | - |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, Ifor Williams BV64e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Maxi 3 if...
- you want one that carries 1,805kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 2.15m (7ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 92cm (3ft) wider inside
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
Buy or hire the BV64e if...
- you want one that is 1,195kg lighter empty
A light domestic trailer for anyone wanting to lock away and weatherproof small loads like garden tools, motorbikes or market stock, towable by almost any car since it needs no brakes or driving licence upgrade.
Listed by
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 and the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 1,805kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 1,195kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is a a twin-axle herringbone (diagonal-loading) horse trailer for three horses, with a built-in tack room.; the Ifor Williams BV64e is a a small unbraked enclosed box trailer.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Ifor Williams BV64e. It is 1,195kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3.
Which carries more, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, by 1,805kg.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams BV64e 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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