Head to head
Graham Edwards VT3517TB vs Lider 38398
The Lider 38398 is 535kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB weighs 535kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards VT3517TB | Lider 38398 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2500kg |
| Unladen weight | 995kg | 460kg |
| Axles | Tri | 2 |
| Bed length | 17' | - |
| Bed width | 7' | - |
| Internal length | - | 300cm |
| Internal width | - | 150cm |
| Internal height | - | 50cm |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Graham Edwards VT3517TB, Lider 38398. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the VT3517TB if...
- you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross
A tri axle car transporter for recovery firms, dealers and hire fleets moving cars and light vehicles. Winch, wheel chocks and ramps are listed as options.
Full VT3517TB specifications →Buy or hire the 38398 if...
- you want one that is 535kg lighter empty
A high-sided twin-axle general purpose trailer for builders and landscapers clearing large volumes of light bulky waste, with over two tonnes of rated payload.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Graham Edwards VT3517TB and the Lider 38398?
The Lider 38398 is 535kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is a 17 ft x 7 ft tri axle 3.5 tonne car transporter trailer; the Lider 38398 is a a braked twin-axle general purpose trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Graham Edwards VT3517TB or the Lider 38398?
The Lider 38398. It is 535kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards VT3517TB.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards VT3517TB or the Lider 38398 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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