Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Lider 39530
The Lider 39530 is 189kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 650kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 weighs 189kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 650kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Lider 39530 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 206kg |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | Unbraked |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | - |
| Internal length | - | 200cm |
| Internal width | - | 134cm |
| Internal height | - | 50cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Lider 39530. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
- you want one that is rated 650kg heavier gross
The entry point of the Ifor Williams general duty range and one of the most common working trailers in Britain. Smallholders, gardeners and tradespeople buy it for everyday hauling without needing a heavy tow vehicle, and the twin-axle version roughly doubles the payload for a modest gain in unladen weight.
Full GD85 specifications →Buy or hire the 39530 if...
- you want one that is 189kg lighter empty
An entry point into the galvanised Tough range for buyers who want a durable general purpose trailer without moving up to a braked chassis.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Lider 39530?
The Lider 39530 is 189kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 650kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Lider 39530 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose trailer rated at 750kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Lider 39530?
The Lider 39530. It is 189kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GD85.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Lider 39530 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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