Head to head
Ifor Williams General Duty vs Lider 38950
The Lider 38950 is 1.16m (4ft) longer inside and is rated 600kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal length: the Lider 38950 is 1.16m (4ft) longer inside.
- Gross weight: the Lider 38950 is rated 600kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Lider 38950 is 32cm (1ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Lider 38950 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 2000kg |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | 300cm |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | 155cm |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | 2 |
| Unladen weight | - | 630kg |
| Internal height | - | 177cm |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Lider 38950. 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 38950 if...
- you want one that is 1.16m (4ft) longer inside
- you want one that is rated 600kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 32cm (1ft) wider inside
A weatherproof enclosed trailer for market traders, couriers and event businesses who need to lock stock or equipment away overnight, with enough internal height to walk in upright.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams General Duty and the Lider 38950?
The Lider 38950 is 1.16m (4ft) longer inside and is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Lider 38950 is a a braked twin-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 2000kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty or the Lider 38950 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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