Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 1.28m (4ft) longer inside and is 22cm wider inside. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 250kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 1.28m (4ft) longer inside.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 weighs 250kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 22cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 1250kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | 3615mm |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1850mm |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Payload | - | 2250kg |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 1.28m (4ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 22cm wider 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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is 250kg lighter empty
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is 1.28m (4ft) longer inside and is 22cm wider inside. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is 250kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. It is 250kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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