Head to head
Bateson 120V Van Trailer vs Lider 39400E
The Lider 39400E is 175kg lighter empty. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is rated 250kg heavier gross and is 32cm (1ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 120V Van Trailer weighs 175kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 120V Van Trailer is rated 250kg heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Bateson 120V Van Trailer is 32cm (1ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 120V Van Trailer | Lider 39400E | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 260kg | 85kg |
| Internal length | 2050mm | 173cm |
| Internal width | 1150mm | 115cm |
| Brakes | Unbraked | Unbraked |
| Payload | 490kg | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm | - |
| Axles | - | 1 |
Sources: Bateson 120V Van Trailer, Lider 39400E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 120V Van Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 32cm (1ft) longer inside
A light unbraked box trailer with a galvanised chassis and fibreglass body, aimed at private buyers who want weatherproof, lockable storage behind a small car. Its low weight keeps it towable by vehicles with a modest unbraked limit.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the 39400E if...
- you want one that is 175kg lighter empty
The lightest motorcycle trailer in the Lider range, aimed at owners of smaller bikes who want the least weight to tow and store.
Full 39400E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 120V Van Trailer and the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E is 175kg lighter empty. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is rated 250kg heavier gross and is 32cm (1ft) longer inside. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is a small unbraked fibreglass box trailer; the Lider 39400E is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle, lighter than the 29420/39401..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E. It is 175kg lighter empty than the Bateson 120V Van Trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Lider 39400E 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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