Head to head
Ifor Williams GH94BT vs Lider 39400E
The Lider 39400E is 445kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GH94BT is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GH94BT weighs 445kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH94BT is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH94BT | Lider 39400E | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 530kg | 85kg |
| Payload | 2170kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.79m x 1.31m | - |
| Internal length | - | 173cm |
| Internal width | - | 115cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH94BT, Lider 39400E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GH94BT if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
Chosen over the standard GH94 by operators who want the heavier-duty BT chassis and tyres for regular loaded towing rather than occasional use, at the cost of a little unladen weight and payload.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the 39400E if...
- you want one that is 445kg 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 GH94BT and the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E is 445kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GH94BT is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams GH94BT is a a braked-tandem version of the GH94 plant trailer; 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 GH94BT or the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E. It is 445kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH94BT.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH94BT 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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