Head to head
Fautras Oblic+2 vs Maypole MP6819
The Maypole MP6819 is 860kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Fautras Oblic+2 weighs 860kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Fautras Oblic+2 | Maypole MP6819 | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 980kg | 120kg |
| Gross weight | 2,000-3,000kg (chassis dependent) | 499kg |
| Interior length | 3.45m | - |
| Interior width | 1.80m | - |
| Payload | - | 379kg |
| Internal length | - | 186cm |
| Internal width | - | 116cm |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Fautras Oblic+2, Maypole MP6819. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Oblic+2 if...
A two-horse trailer that loads horses at a diagonal rather than straight ahead, giving nervous travellers more room to brace. It is hired by owners moving horses that struggle in conventional straight-loading boxes; UK ads sometimes list it under Cheval Liberte, the dealer that distributes it, rather than its actual French maker Fautras.
Full Oblic+2 specifications →Buy or hire the MP6819 if...
- you want one that is 860kg lighter empty
The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Fautras Oblic+2 and the Maypole MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819 is 860kg lighter empty. The Fautras Oblic+2 is a diagonal-loading two-horse trailer; the Maypole MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Fautras Oblic+2 or the Maypole MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819. It is 860kg lighter empty than the Fautras Oblic+2.
Can I tow the Fautras Oblic+2 or the Maypole MP6819 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.
