Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams P8e is 1,177kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,573kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 weighs 1,177kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 1,573kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 1395kg | 218kg |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2105kg | 532kg |
| Internal length | 4000mm | - |
| Internal width | 2070mm | - |
| Internal height | 2250mm | - |
| Horse capacity | 3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading) | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,573kg more
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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 1,177kg 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 Maxi 3 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e is 1,177kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,573kg 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 P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 1,177kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3.
Which carries more, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, by 1,573kg.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 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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