Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Lider Alicante
The Lider Alicante is 589kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 589kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Lider Alicante | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 136kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 150cm |
| Internal width | - | 100cm |
| Internal height | - | 39cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Lider Alicante. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35MD if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
A plant trailer sized for a mini digger or small excavator, with a gas-assisted full-width ramp door for driving machines straight on and off. It is aimed at groundworkers and plant hire companies rather than general haulage.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the Alicante if...
- you want one that is 589kg lighter empty
A low-cost, lightweight trailer for campers and DIY users who want an occasional-use box trailer that any car can tow. At 136kg unladen it is light enough to move by hand around a drive, and the lift-off lid means it can be loaded from any side rather than over a tailgate.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante is 589kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Lider Alicante is a a small unbraked single-axle camping and general purpose trailer with a lift-off lid..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante. It is 589kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Lider Alicante 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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