Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 1 tonnes lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg weighs 1 tonnes more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 2500kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | - |
| Internal width | 2070mm | - |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg. 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 1 tonnes lighter empty
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 Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg if...
A five-seat cab variant of the Sonic, aimed at families or small teams who want to travel together to competitions rather than sending a second car. It carries the same horse capacity as the standard Sonic.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 1 tonnes lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is a 5-seat version of the Sonic motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4. It is 1 tonnes lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 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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