Head to head
Cheval Liberte Touring Country vs Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg
The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is 1,650kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg weighs 1,650kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Touring Country | Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 850kg | 2500kg |
| 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 Sonic Five Seats 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 1,650kg 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 Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
A five-seat cab variant of the Sonic, aimed at families or small teams who want to travel together to competitions rather than sending a second car. It carries the same horse capacity as the standard Sonic.
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 Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is 1,650kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is a two-horse trailer; the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is a 5-seat version of the Sonic motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Touring Country or the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Touring Country. It is 1,650kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Touring Country or the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 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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