Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Lider 39400E
The Lider 39400E is 630kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 630kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Lider 39400E | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 85kg |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | Unbraked |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 173cm |
| Internal width | - | 115cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Lider 39400E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 2,250kg heavier gross
A hydraulic tilt-bed transporter used by recovery operators, car dealers and track-day owners. The hydraulic tilt rather than a winch and ramps is the whole reason to choose it: loading a low or non-running car alone is simple in a way it is not on a flatbed.
Full 27-16 Transporter specifications →Buy or hire the 39400E if...
- you want one that is 630kg 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.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E is 630kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Lider 39400E is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle, lighter than the 29420/39401..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E. It is 630kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter 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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