Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 1,272kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 628kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 1,272kg more.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 weighs 628kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is 92cm (3ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 4000mm | 3.08m |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1.30m |
| Unladen weight | 1395kg | 767kg |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1600kg |
| Payload | 2105kg | 833kg |
| Internal height | 2250mm | - |
| Horse capacity | 3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading) | - |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, Ifor Williams HB403. 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 1,272kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 92cm (3ft) longer 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 HB403 if...
- you want one that is 628kg 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.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 1,272kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 628kg 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 HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams HB403. It is 628kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3.
Which carries more, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, by 1,272kg.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 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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