Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 vs Ifor Williams BV84
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 | Ifor Williams BV84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1400kg |
| Internal length | 4000mm | - |
| Internal width | 2070mm | - |
| Internal height | 2250mm | - |
| Unladen weight | 1395kg | - |
| Payload | 2105kg | - |
| Horse capacity | 3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading) | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 8ft x 4ft |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, Ifor Williams BV84. 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 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
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 BV84 if...
Ifor Williams BV84, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. A compact braked box van from the Ifor Williams range, bought for lockable, weatherproof carrying of tools, stock and household goods, and one of the most common used box trailers on the UK market.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 and the Ifor Williams BV84?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. 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 BV84 is a box van trailer, single axle, 8ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams BV84 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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