Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi Living vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Equi-Trek Apollo is 655kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living weighs 655kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi Living | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 845kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | - |
| Internal width | 2070mm | - |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi Living, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Maxi Living if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
A Maxi4-based trailer with a built-in living area for competitors who need to stay over at shows without buying a motorised horsebox. It suits riders who already tow with a 4x4 capable of the higher gross weight.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
Buy or hire the Apollo if...
- you want one that is 655kg lighter empty
Equi-Trek's smallest motorised horsebox, built to be driveable on a standard car licence in its lighter configuration. It suits owners moving up from a trailer who want a small horsebox without a 7.5 tonne licence requirement.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Equi-Trek Apollo is 655kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is a 4-horse trailer built on the Maxi4 chassis with living accommodation; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Equi-Trek Apollo. It is 655kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living or the Equi-Trek Apollo 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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