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Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL vs Ifor Williams General Duty

The Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL is 1.85m (6ft) longer inside and is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL
Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL - image: fieldfare.co.uk
General Duty
Ifor Williams General Duty

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Cheval Liberte Touring Country XLIfor Williams General Duty
Gross weight2600kg (MGW)1400kg to 2700kg depending on model
Internal length3.69m1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in)
Internal width1.79m1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in)
Unladen weight950kg (without tack locker), 970kg (with tack locker)-
Internal height2.38m-
Axles-Single or twin axle

Sources: Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL, Ifor Williams General Duty. 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 1.85m (6ft) longer inside
  • you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
  • you want one that is 56cm (2ft) 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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Buy or hire the General Duty if...

Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.

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Common questions

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

The Cheval Liberte Touring Country XL is 1.85m (6ft) longer inside and is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. 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 General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.

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