Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams P8e is 1,282kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 weighs 1,282kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 218kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | - |
| Internal width | 2070mm | - |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Payload | - | 532kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 2,750kg 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 1,282kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e is 1,282kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 1,282kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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