Head to head
Ifor Williams General Duty vs Lider 38398
The Lider 38398 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.16m (4ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Lider 38398 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Lider 38398 is 1.16m (4ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Lider 38398 is 27cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Lider 38398 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 2500kg |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | 300cm |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | 150cm |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | 2 |
| Unladen weight | - | 460kg |
| Internal height | - | 50cm |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Lider 38398. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Buy or hire the 38398 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.16m (4ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 27cm wider inside
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 Ifor Williams General Duty and the Lider 38398?
The Lider 38398 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.16m (4ft) longer inside. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Lider 38398 is a a braked twin-axle general purpose trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty 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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