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Bateson 35-16 vs Lider 39770

The Bateson 35-16 is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

35-16
Bateson 35-16
Lider 39770
Lider 39770 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 35-16Lider 39770
Gross weight3500kg1600kg
Size16' x 6'2"-
Payload2670kg-
Unladen weight-430kg
Internal bed-361 x 185 x 11cm
Axles-1
Brakes-Braked

Sources: Bateson 35-16, Lider 39770. 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 1.9 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 39770 if...

A lighter single-axle car transporter for owners of small cars, motorhomes-with-tow-cars or similar, sized to be towed by a mid-range family car.

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Full 39770 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Lider 39770?

The Bateson 35-16 is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Lider 39770 is a a braked single-axle car transporter trailer rated at 1600kg gross weight..

Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Lider 39770 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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