Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Lider 32650
The Lider 32650 is 170kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 170kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Lider 32650 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 2500kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 600kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | 2 |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Payload | 1980kg | - |
| Internal bed | - | 406 x 215cm |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Lider 32650. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT44 if...
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
Bateson's 14ft x 7ft tilt-bed trailer, supplied with steel sides, ramps and a winch as standard. Used to load and carry cars, quads and small plant, it is one of the most widely stocked hydraulic tilt trailers among UK hire and trailer-sales firms.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
- 1Stop Trailers Ltd - Sudbury, Little Waldingfield
Buy or hire the 32650 if...
- you want one that is 170kg lighter empty
Suits tradespeople and plant hirers who need to carry a mini digger, mower or pallet loads on a flat deck; the twin braked axles and 1900kg payload give more headroom than a single-axle flatbed.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Lider 32650?
The Lider 32650 is 170kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is rated 250kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Lider 32650 is a a braked twin-axle flatbed trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Lider 32650?
The Lider 32650. It is 170kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Lider 32650 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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