Head to head
Ifor Williams CT136 vs Lider 39400E
The Lider 39400E is 315kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT136 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT136 weighs 315kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT136 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT136 | Lider 39400E | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,000kg twin axle / 2,600kg CT136HD | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 400kg single axle / 495kg twin axle | 85kg |
| Bed | 4.00m x 1.84m | - |
| Internal length | - | 173cm |
| Internal width | - | 115cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT136, Lider 39400E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CT136 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
The accessible end of car transport, for towing a road car, a track-day car or a small classic. Motorsport and classic-car owners tend toward the twin-axle and HD versions for the higher gross weight and the tie-down provision.
Full CT136 specifications →Buy or hire the 39400E if...
- you want one that is 315kg lighter empty
The lightest motorcycle trailer in the Lider range, aimed at owners of smaller bikes who want the least weight to tow and store.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams CT136 and the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E is 315kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT136 is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams CT136 is a flatbed car transporter, single or twin axle; the Lider 39400E is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle, lighter than the 29420/39401..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT136 or the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E. It is 315kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT136.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT136 or the Lider 39400E 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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