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Cheval Liberte Touring XL vs Erde 143

The Erde 143 is 872kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Touring XL is 1.98m (6.5ft) taller inside and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Cheval Liberte Touring XL
Cheval Liberte Touring XL - image: dandgtrailers.co.uk
Erde 143
Erde 143 - image: westerntowing.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Cheval Liberte Touring XLErde 143
Gross weight2600kg600kg
Unladen weight970kg98kg
Internal length3800mm1.44m
Internal width2070mm0.99m
Internal height2380mm0.40m
Payload-502kg

Sources: Cheval Liberte Touring XL, Erde 143. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Touring XL if...

  • you want one that is 1.98m (6.5ft) taller inside
  • you want one that is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross
  • you want one that is 2.36m (7.5ft) longer inside
  • you want one that is 1.08m (3.5ft) wider inside

The wider-bodied version of the Touring double trailer, built for taller or broader horses that would be cramped in the standard Touring Country. It suits owners of warmbloods or cobs wanting a simple two-horse trailer.

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Buy or hire the 143 if...

  • you want one that is 872kg 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 XL and the Erde 143?

The Erde 143 is 872kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Touring XL is 1.98m (6.5ft) taller inside and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte Touring XL is a larger double horse trailer for bigger horses; 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 XL or the Erde 143?

The Erde 143. It is 872kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring XL.

Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Touring XL 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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