Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi4 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 1,350kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 weighs 1,350kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 150 kg |
| Internal length | 4900mm | - |
| Internal width | 2070mm | - |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Payload | - | 350 kg |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi4, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 3 tonnes 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 Galaxy SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 1,350kg lighter empty
The Galaxy SW385M16 suits owners of small motorboats who need some flexibility in trailer length, since its adjustable frame extends to suit different hull lengths up to about 4.6m. Its sliding galvanised axle lets the owner fine-tune nose weight for safer towing behind a smaller car.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 1,350kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer; the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is a a small adjustable-length boat trailer in Sun Way's Galaxy range, with a sliding axle to help balance the load when towing..
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 1,350kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 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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