Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 733kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 weighs 733kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 1.82m (6ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 767kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | 3.08m |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1.30m |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Payload | - | 833kg |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, Ifor Williams HB403. 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 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 1.82m (6ft) longer 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 HB403 if...
- you want one that is 733kg lighter empty
The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross and is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 733kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams HB403. It is 733kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams HB403 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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