Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Lider 37385
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Lider 37385 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Payload | 2670kg | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 370kg |
| Internal bed | - | 304 x 171 x 10cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Lider 37385. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35-16 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
A 16-foot tilt-bed transporter used to move 4x4s, plant and light machinery without loading ramps, since the whole bed tilts to ground level. A staple of small plant hire and vehicle recovery fleets.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the 37385 if...
The higher-capacity version of the 37380 tilt-bed, giving tradespeople a bit more payload for the same tilting, ramp-free loading deck.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Lider 37385?
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Lider 37385 is a a braked single-axle tilt-bed flatbed trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Lider 37385 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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