Head to head
Cheval Liberte Touring Country vs Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg
The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is 1,590kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg weighs 1,590kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Touring Country | Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 850kg | 2440kg |
| Internal dimensions | 3,310mm x 1,680mm x 2,310mm | - |
| Individual stall | 1,930mm x 830mm x 2,265mm | - |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Touring Country, Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Touring Country if...
- you want one that is 1,590kg lighter empty
The most direct continental alternative to the Ifor Williams HB range. It is both larger inside and lighter unladen than the HB506, which is the trade-off worth understanding: more room per kilo, from aluminium and composite construction rather than steel.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the Equinox 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
A mid-range motorised horsebox for two horses, sitting between the small Apollo and the larger 4,500kg Equinox and 7-tonne-plus models. It suits owners who want a proper horsebox cab and living space but not a 7.5 tonne licence.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Touring Country and the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is 1,590kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is a two-horse trailer; the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is a 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Touring Country or the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Touring Country. It is 1,590kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Touring Country or the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg 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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