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Cheval Liberte Touring Country vs Erde 143

The Erde 143 is 752kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Cheval Liberte Touring Country
Cheval Liberte Touring Country - image: cheval-liberte.co.uk
Erde 143
Erde 143 - image: westerntowing.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Cheval Liberte Touring CountryErde 143
Gross weight2,600kg600kg
Unladen weight850kg98kg
Internal dimensions3,310mm x 1,680mm x 2,310mm-
Individual stall1,930mm x 830mm x 2,265mm-
Internal length-1.44m
Internal width-0.99m
Internal height-0.40m
Payload-502kg

Sources: Cheval Liberte Touring Country, Erde 143. 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 rated 2 tonnes heavier gross

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.

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Buy or hire the 143 if...

  • you want one that is 752kg lighter empty

The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Touring Country and the Erde 143?

The Erde 143 is 752kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Touring Country is a two-horse trailer; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..

Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Touring Country or the Erde 143?

The Erde 143. It is 752kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring Country.

Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Touring Country or the Erde 143 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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