Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs Fautras Provan
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer. The Fautras Provan is a french-built two-horse trailer, also fitted out by some sellers to carry a horse-drawn carriage.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | Fautras Provan | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1,300-2,000kg (PTAC) |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 890-990kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | - |
| Internal width | 2070mm | - |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| External length | - | 4.27m |
| External width | - | 2.20m |
| External height | - | 2.69m |
| Flooring | - | Rot-proof polyethylene, lifetime guarantee |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, Fautras Provan. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Maxi4 if...
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
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Buy or hire the Provan if...
A galvanised-chassis trailer built by the French maker Fautras, sold in the UK through horsebox dealers as a lightweight two-horse trailer. Its rot-proof floor and adjustable divider suit owners who want a trailer that will not need re-flooring after a few wet winters.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the Fautras Provan?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the Fautras Provan is a french-built two-horse trailer, also fitted out by some sellers to carry a horse-drawn carriage.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Fautras Provan 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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