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Bateson PT56 vs Lider 39360

The Bateson PT56 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

PT56
Bateson PT56
Lider 39360
Lider 39360 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson PT56Lider 39360
Gross weight3500kg750kg
AxlesTriple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes1
Deck length5m (16ft)-
Deck width2.1m (7ft)-
RampHinged rear ramp, 75cm high-
Unladen weight-230kg
Internal bed-254 x 161 x 10cm
Brakes-Unbraked

Sources: Bateson PT56, Lider 39360. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the PT56 if...

  • you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross

A tri-axle tilt-bed trailer that lowers to ground level so plant, vehicles or awkward loads can be driven or winched straight on without ramps. Its low deck and tilt action suit hire firms moving mixed loads rather than one type of vehicle.

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Buy or hire the 39360 if...

An entry-level tilting flatbed for DIY users and small tradespeople who stay within the unbraked 750kg limit, avoiding the cost and inspection burden of a braked trailer.

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Full 39360 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson PT56 and the Lider 39360?

The Bateson PT56 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; the Lider 39360 is a an unbraked single-axle tilt-bed flatbed trailer rated at 750kg gross weight..

Can I tow the Bateson PT56 or the Lider 39360 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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