Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi Living vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 733kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living weighs 733kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 1.82m (6ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi Living | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 767kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | 3.08m |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1.30m |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Payload | - | 833kg |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi Living, Ifor Williams HB403. 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 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 1.82m (6ft) longer 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 HB403 if...
- you want one that is 733kg lighter empty
The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 733kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is a 4-horse trailer built on the Maxi4 chassis with living accommodation; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams HB403. It is 733kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living or the Ifor Williams HB403 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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