Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs Ifor Williams HB510XL
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 33cm (1ft) wider inside and is 65cm (2ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is 210kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 33cm (1ft) wider inside.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 weighs 210kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 65cm (2ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | Ifor Williams HB510XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 1290kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | 4.25m |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1.74m |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Payload | - | 2210kg |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, Ifor Williams HB510XL. 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 33cm (1ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 65cm (2ft) 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 HB510XL if...
- you want one that is 210kg lighter empty
For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 33cm (1ft) wider inside and is 65cm (2ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is 210kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Ifor Williams HB510XL. It is 210kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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