Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Lider 39400E
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Lider 39400E | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Payload | 2670kg | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 85kg |
| Internal length | - | 173cm |
| Internal width | - | 115cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Lider 39400E. 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 3 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 39400E if...
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 35-16 and the Lider 39400E?
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Lider 39400E is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle, lighter than the 29420/39401..
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 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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