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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Lider 39360

The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

3550 Platform Trailer
Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer
Lider 39360
Lider 39360 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 3550 Platform TrailerLider 39360
Gross weight3500kg750kg
Internal bed5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m)254 x 161 x 10cm
Axles2 (3 optional)1
Unladen weight-230kg
Brakes-Unbraked

Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Lider 39360. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...

  • you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross

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.

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Full 3550 Platform Trailer specifications →

Buy or hire the 39360 if...

An entry-level tilting flatbed for DIY users and small tradespeople who stay within the unbraked 750kg limit, avoiding the cost and inspection burden of a braked trailer.

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Full 39360 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Lider 39360?

The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Lider 39360 is a an unbraked single-axle tilt-bed flatbed trailer rated at 750kg gross weight..

Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Lider 39360 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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