Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Lider 39401
The Lider 39401 is 370kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 370kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Lider 39401 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 130kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 178cm |
| Internal width | - | 126cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Lider 39401. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 26MD if...
- you want one that is rated 1,850kg heavier gross
A compact plant trailer built to carry a 1.5 to 2 tonne mini excavator plus buckets and attachments. It is a common sight behind pickups on groundworks and landscaping jobs, sized to stay within an unbraked or standard car licence towing limit.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the 39401 if...
- you want one that is 370kg lighter empty
A step up from the 39400E for owners of larger or heavier motorcycles who still want to stay under the unbraked 750kg threshold.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Lider 39401?
The Lider 39401 is 370kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Lider 39401 is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Lider 39401?
The Lider 39401. It is 370kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Lider 39401 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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