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Bateson 48LT vs Lider 39560

The Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross. The Lider 39560 is 615kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bateson 48LT
Bateson 48LT - image: Fieldfare Trailer Centre
Lider 39560
Lider 39560 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 48LTLider 39560
Gross weight3100kg750kg
Unladen weight950kg335kg
Payload2150kg-
Internal length3600mm-
Internal width1710mm-
Internal height1800mm-
Internal bed-253 x 147 x 30cm
Axles-2
Brakes-Unbraked

Sources: Bateson 48LT, Lider 39560. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 48LT if...

  • you want one that is rated 2,350kg heavier gross

Bateson's largest standard livestock trailer, described by the maker as suited to 4x4s and larger tow vehicles. It gives farmers more capacity than the smaller 60LT-class trailers in the same range.

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Full 48LT specifications →

Buy or hire the 39560 if...

  • you want one that is 615kg lighter empty

Bought by gardeners and small landscapers who need to tip loose loads like soil or aggregate without the licence step-up of a braked trailer.

Full 39560 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 48LT and the Lider 39560?

The Bateson 48LT is rated 2,350kg heavier gross. The Lider 39560 is 615kg lighter empty. The Bateson 48LT is a 12ft x 5ft8 twin-axle livestock trailer; the Lider 39560 is a an unbraked twin-axle tipping trailer rated at 750kg gross weight..

Which is lighter, the Bateson 48LT or the Lider 39560?

The Lider 39560. It is 615kg lighter empty than the Bateson 48LT.

Can I tow the Bateson 48LT or the Lider 39560 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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