Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Ifor Williams HBE506 is 620kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 880kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 weighs 620kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 880kg more.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is 40cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is 74cm (2.5ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Internal length | 4000mm | 3.26m |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1.67m |
| Unladen weight | 1395kg | 775kg |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Payload | 2105kg | 1225kg |
| Internal height | 2250mm | - |
| Horse capacity | 3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading) | - |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, Ifor Williams HBE506. 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 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 880kg more
- you want one that is 40cm (1.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 74cm (2.5ft) 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 HBE506 if...
- you want one that is 620kg lighter empty
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams HBE506 is 620kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 880kg more. 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 HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Ifor Williams HBE506. It is 620kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3.
Which carries more, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, by 880kg.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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