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Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 vs Ifor Williams Transporta

The Ifor Williams Transporta is 1.22m (4ft) longer inside and is 17cm wider inside. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is 85kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Cheval Liberte Maxi 3
Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 - image: fieldfare.co.uk
Ifor Williams Transporta
Ifor Williams Transporta - image: Ifor Williams Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Cheval Liberte Maxi 3Ifor Williams Transporta
Internal length4000mm5220mm
Internal width2070mm2236mm
Unladen weight1395kg1480kg
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Internal height2250mm-
Payload2105kg-
Horse capacity3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading)-
Overall length-6595mm

Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, Ifor Williams Transporta. 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 85kg lighter empty

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.

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Buy or hire the Transporta if...

  • you want one that is 1.22m (4ft) longer inside
  • you want one that is 17cm wider inside

A car transporter trailer aimed at racers and track day drivers moving a single competition car, sitting within Ifor Williams's wider car transporter range alongside its tiltbed and beavertail designs.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 and the Ifor Williams Transporta?

The Ifor Williams Transporta is 1.22m (4ft) longer inside and is 17cm wider inside. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is 85kg 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 Transporta is a motorsport car transporter trailer.

Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams Transporta?

The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3. It is 85kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams Transporta.

Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Ifor Williams Transporta 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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