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Bateson PT44 vs Lider 39450

The Bateson PT44 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 39450 is 520kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

PT44
Bateson PT44
Lider 39450
Lider 39450 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson PT44Lider 39450
Gross weight2750kg750kg
Unladen weight770kg250kg
AxlesTwin axle2
Overall length5950mm-
Overall width2180mm-
Internal deck4500mm x 2100mm (LxW)-
Payload1980kg-
Internal length-251cm
Internal width-133cm
Internal height-40cm
Brakes-Unbraked

Sources: Bateson PT44, Lider 39450. 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 2 tonnes 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.

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Full PT44 specifications →

Buy or hire the 39450 if...

  • you want one that is 520kg lighter empty

Gives buyers the stability of a twin-axle trailer for garden and general loads while staying under the unbraked weight limit.

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Full 39450 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Lider 39450?

The Bateson PT44 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 39450 is 520kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Lider 39450 is a an unbraked twin-axle wooden-sided general purpose trailer rated at 750kg gross weight..

Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Lider 39450?

The Lider 39450. It is 520kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.

Can I tow the Bateson PT44 or the Lider 39450 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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