Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs Ifor Williams BV84
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | Ifor Williams BV84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1400kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | - |
| Internal length | 4900mm | - |
| Internal width | 2070mm | - |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 8ft x 4ft |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, Ifor Williams BV84. 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 2.1 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 BV84 if...
Ifor Williams BV84, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. A compact braked box van from the Ifor Williams range, bought for lockable, weatherproof carrying of tools, stock and household goods, and one of the most common used box trailers on the UK market.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the Ifor Williams BV84?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the Ifor Williams BV84 is a box van trailer, single axle, 8ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams BV84 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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