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Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL vs Ifor Williams BV106

The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 50kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL is 6cm wider inside.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL
Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL - image: fieldfare.co.uk
Ifor Williams BV106
Ifor Williams BV106 - image: John Page Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Cheval Liberte Touring Country XLIfor Williams BV106
Gross weight2600kg (MGW)3500kg
Unladen weight950kg (without tack locker), 970kg (with tack locker)900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R)
Internal width1.79m1.73m
Internal length3.69m-
Internal height2.38m-
Overall length-4.70m
Internal load length-3.00m
Payload-2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R)
Tyres-155/70R12C

Sources: Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL, Ifor Williams BV106. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Touring Country XL if...

  • you want one that is 6cm wider inside

The Touring Country XL gives owners of taller or longer horses extra headroom and legroom over the standard Touring Country, while keeping a similar running gear and roughly 2.6 tonne gross weight. It suits riders who found the standard Touring trailers too tight for a bigger horse.

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Full Touring Country XL specifications →

Buy or hire the BV106 if...

  • you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
  • you want one that is 50kg lighter empty

The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.

Full BV106 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL and the Ifor Williams BV106?

The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 50kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL is 6cm wider inside. The Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL is a cheval Liberte's extended-length two-horse trailer in the Touring range, with a longer bed than the standard Touring Country.; the Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions..

Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL or the Ifor Williams BV106?

The Ifor Williams BV106. It is 50kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL.

Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL or the Ifor Williams BV106 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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