Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi2 vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 4cm wider inside. The Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is 290kg lighter empty and is 17cm longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 290kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is 17cm longer inside.
- Internal width: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 4cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi2 | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 960kg | 1250kg |
| Internal length | 3780mm | 3615mm |
| Internal width | 1810mm | 1850mm |
| Internal height | 2250mm | - |
| Payload | - | 2250kg |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi2, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 290kg lighter empty
- you want one that is 17cm longer inside
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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 4cm wider inside
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 4cm wider inside. The Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is 290kg lighter empty and is 17cm longer inside. The Cheval Liberte Maxi2 is a herringbone-loading 2-horse trailer; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi2. It is 290kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi2 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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