Head to head
Cheval Liberte Maxi Living vs Ifor Williams GX126
The Ifor Williams GX126 is 735kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 1.24m (4ft) longer inside and is 23cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living weighs 735kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 1.24m (4ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 23cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte Maxi Living | Ifor Williams GX126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 1500kg | 765kg (Skids); 795kg (Ramp) |
| Internal length | 4900mm | 3.66m / 12'0" |
| Internal width | 2070mm | 1.84m / 6'0" |
| Internal height | 2300mm | - |
| Overall length | - | 5.70m |
| Overall width | - | 2.30m |
| Payload | - | 2735kg (Skids); 2705kg (Ramp) |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Cheval Liberte Maxi Living, Ifor Williams GX126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Maxi Living if...
- you want one that is 1.24m (4ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 23cm wider inside
A Maxi4-based trailer with a built-in living area for competitors who need to stay over at shows without buying a motorised horsebox. It suits riders who already tow with a 4x4 capable of the higher gross weight.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Buy or hire the GX126 if...
- you want one that is 735kg lighter empty
The GX126 is Ifor Williams' mainstream plant trailer for mini diggers, dumpers and similar machinery on a single-axle-per-side, 3500kg braked chassis. Hirers usually pick the Ramp version for self-loading and the Skids version where a separate loading ramp or forklift is already available.
Full GX126 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living and the Ifor Williams GX126?
The Ifor Williams GX126 is 735kg lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is 1.24m (4ft) longer inside and is 23cm wider inside. The Cheval Liberte Maxi Living is a 4-horse trailer built on the Maxi4 chassis with living accommodation; the Ifor Williams GX126 is a a twin-axle plant trailer available in Skids and Ramp variants for carrying machinery..
Which is lighter, the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living or the Ifor Williams GX126?
The Ifor Williams GX126. It is 735kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living.
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte Maxi Living or the Ifor Williams GX126 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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