Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Equi-Trek Apollo is 655kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 weighs 655kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 845kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | - |
| Internal width | 2070mm | - |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, Equi-Trek Apollo. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Maxi4 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
The four-horse version of the Maxi range, used by yards, dealers and competition riders who regularly move multiple horses at once. Its herringbone loading is claimed by the maker to be more comfortable for horses than straight loading over long journeys.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the Apollo if...
- you want one that is 655kg lighter empty
Equi-Trek's smallest motorised horsebox, built to be driveable on a standard car licence in its lighter configuration. It suits owners moving up from a trailer who want a small horsebox without a 7.5 tonne licence requirement.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Equi-Trek Apollo is 655kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Equi-Trek Apollo. It is 655kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Equi-Trek Apollo 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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