Head to head
Ifor Williams General Duty vs Lider 39401
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 650kg heavier gross and is 6cm longer inside. The Lider 39401 is 3cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 650kg heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams General Duty is 6cm longer inside.
- Internal width: the Lider 39401 is 3cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Lider 39401 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 750kg |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | 178cm |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | 126cm |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | 1 |
| Unladen weight | - | 130kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Lider 39401. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
- you want one that is rated 650kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 6cm longer inside
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 39401 if...
- you want one that is 3cm wider inside
A step up from the 39400E for owners of larger or heavier motorcycles who still want to stay under the unbraked 750kg threshold.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams General Duty and the Lider 39401?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 650kg heavier gross and is 6cm longer inside. The Lider 39401 is 3cm wider inside. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; the Lider 39401 is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty or the Lider 39401 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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