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Bateson 35-16 vs Lider 39600

The Bateson 35-16 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

35-16
Bateson 35-16
Lider 39600
Lider 39600 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 35-16Lider 39600
Gross weight3500kg2500kg
Size16' x 6'2"-
Payload2670kg-
Unladen weight-550kg
Internal bed-256 x 148 x 30cm
Axles-2
Brakes-Braked

Sources: Bateson 35-16, Lider 39600. 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 1 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.

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Buy or hire the 39600 if...

A serious tipping trailer for groundworkers and smallholders shifting muck, aggregate or spoil in bulk, with braked axles for towing at higher payloads.

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Full 39600 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Lider 39600?

The Bateson 35-16 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Lider 39600 is a a braked twin-axle tipping trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..

Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Lider 39600 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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