Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi Living vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 990kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 90cm (3ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living weighs 990kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 90cm (3ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 23cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi Living | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 510kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | 4.0m |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1.84m |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi Living, Ifor Williams CT136HD. 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 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 90cm (3ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 23cm wider inside
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 CT136HD if...
- you want one that is 990kg lighter empty
The CT136HD suits recovery operators, racers and dealers who need a tougher car transporter than the standard CT136, thanks to its heavy-duty beam axles and multi-leaf suspension. Its 4.0m bed and 2.6 tonne gross weight cover most road cars without the cost of a beavertail trailer.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 990kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 90cm (3ft) longer inside. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is a 4-horse trailer built on the Maxi4 chassis with living accommodation; the Ifor Williams CT136HD is a ifor Williams' heavy-duty twin-axle car transporter trailer in the CT136 range, built for moving a single vehicle..
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living or the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD. It is 990kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living or the Ifor Williams CT136HD 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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