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Bateson PT44 vs Lider 39560

The Bateson PT44 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 39560 is 435kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

PT44
Bateson PT44
Lider 39560
Lider 39560 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson PT44Lider 39560
Gross weight2750kg750kg
Unladen weight770kg335kg
AxlesTwin axle2
Overall length5950mm-
Overall width2180mm-
Internal deck4500mm x 2100mm (LxW)-
Payload1980kg-
Internal bed-253 x 147 x 30cm
Brakes-Unbraked

Sources: Bateson PT44, Lider 39560. 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 39560 if...

  • you want one that is 435kg 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.

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Full 39560 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Lider 39560?

The Bateson PT44 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 39560 is 435kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; the Lider 39560 is a an unbraked twin-axle tipping trailer rated at 750kg gross weight..

Which is lighter, the Bateson PT44 or the Lider 39560?

The Lider 39560. It is 435kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.

Can I tow the Bateson PT44 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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