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Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs Ifor Williams LM166

The Ifor Williams LM166 is 705kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Cheval Liberte Maxi4
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 - image: fieldfare.co.uk
Ifor Williams LM166
Ifor Williams LM166 - image: blains.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Cheval Liberte Maxi4Ifor Williams LM166
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Unladen weight1500kg795kg
Internal length4900mm-
Internal width2070mm-
Internal height2300mm-
Payload-2705kg
Internal bed-4.77m x 1.98m

Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, Ifor Williams LM166. 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.

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Buy or hire the LM166 if...

  • you want one that is 705kg lighter empty

Bought by contractors and hauliers who regularly carry longer loads, such as fencing materials or several pallets, and need more deck length than the LM106 or LM126 provide.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the Ifor Williams LM166?

The Ifor Williams LM166 is 705kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the Ifor Williams LM166 is a a long-bed flatbed trailer.

Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams LM166?

The Ifor Williams LM166. It is 705kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.

Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams LM166 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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