Head to head
Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Lider 32680
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer. The Lider 32680 is a a braked twin-axle flatbed trailer rated at 3500kg gross weight..
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Lider 32680 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | 406 x 215cm |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | 2 |
| Unladen weight | - | 700kg |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Lider 32680. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
A large flatbed trailer for carrying machinery, building materials or vehicles, with the bed width and length expandable to suit the load. It is bought mainly by contractors and plant hire firms needing a 3.5 tonne platform.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the 32680 if...
Aimed at plant hire firms and groundworkers moving heavier machinery such as a full-size mini excavator, since the 3500kg rating is the largest flatbed in this size before a driver needs a category B+E licence.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Lider 32680?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Lider 32680 is a a braked twin-axle flatbed trailer rated at 3500kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Lider 32680 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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