Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi2 vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is 1,480kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,480kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi2 | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 960kg | 2440kg |
| Internal length | 3780mm | - |
| Internal width | 1810mm | - |
| Internal height | 2250mm | - |
| Payload | - | 1060kg |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi2, Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Maxi2 if...
- you want one that is 1,480kg lighter empty
Cheval Liberte's standard double trailer, loading horses in a herringbone (angled) layout rather than straight ahead. It is aimed at everyday owners moving one or two horses to competitions or the vet.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
The Excel trim adds equipment and finish over the standard Equinox on the same 3.5 tonne chassis, aimed at buyers who want a more comfortable cab and living area without moving up a weight class.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is 1,480kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is a herringbone-loading 2-horse trailer; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi2. It is 1,480kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg 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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