Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs Ifor Williams BV64e
The Ifor Williams BV64e is 1.3 tonnes lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and is 3.05m (10ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 weighs 1.3 tonnes more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 3.05m (10ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 92cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | Ifor Williams BV64e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 200kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | 1.85m |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1.15m |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Payload | - | 300kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, Ifor Williams BV64e. 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 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 3.05m (10ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 92cm (3ft) wider inside
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 BV64e if...
- you want one that is 1.3 tonnes lighter empty
A light domestic trailer for anyone wanting to lock away and weatherproof small loads like garden tools, motorbikes or market stock, towable by almost any car since it needs no brakes or driving licence upgrade.
Listed by
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Ifor Williams BV64e is 1.3 tonnes lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and is 3.05m (10ft) longer inside. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the Ifor Williams BV64e is a a small unbraked enclosed box trailer.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Ifor Williams BV64e. It is 1.3 tonnes lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams BV64e 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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