Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi2 vs Ifor Williams P6
The Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi2 | Ifor Williams P6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | 960kg | - |
| Internal length | 3780mm | - |
| Internal width | 1810mm | - |
| Internal height | 2250mm | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 6ft x 4ft |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi2, Ifor Williams P6. 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 rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross
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 P6 if...
Ifor Williams P6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. The small Ifor Williams general purpose trailer and the forerunner of the current P6e. Householders and gardeners use it for tip runs, garden waste and DIY materials behind almost any car.
Full P6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 and the Ifor Williams P6?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is a herringbone-loading 2-horse trailer; the Ifor Williams P6 is a small general purpose trailer, 6ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 or the Ifor Williams P6 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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