Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 1,045kg more and is 1,045kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 1,045kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,045kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 1395kg | 2440kg |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2105kg | 1060kg |
| Internal length | 4000mm | - |
| Internal width | 2070mm | - |
| Internal height | 2250mm | - |
| Horse capacity | 3 horses (herringbone/diagonal loading) | - |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Maxi 3 if...
- you want one that carries 1,045kg more
- you want one that is 1,045kg lighter empty
The Maxi 3 is aimed at owners who regularly need to move three horses at once, using diagonal herringbone stalls and a full-size tack room rather than a simple extension of a two-horse layout. At 3500kg GVW it needs a suitably rated tow vehicle and, for newer licence holders, category B+E entitlement.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
The Excel trim adds equipment and finish over the standard Equinox on the same 3.5 tonne chassis, aimed at buyers who want a more comfortable cab and living area without moving up a weight class.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 carries 1,045kg more and is 1,045kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 is a a twin-axle herringbone (diagonal-loading) horse trailer for three horses, with a built-in tack room.; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3. It is 1,045kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Cheval Liberte Maxi 3, by 1,045kg.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi 3 or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg 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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