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Ifor Williams LM166 vs Lider 38398

The Lider 38398 is 335kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams LM166
Ifor Williams LM166 - image: blains.co.uk
Lider 38398
Lider 38398 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams LM166Lider 38398
Gross weight3500kg2500kg
Unladen weight795kg460kg
Payload2705kg-
Internal bed4.77m x 1.98m-
Internal length-300cm
Internal width-150cm
Internal height-50cm
Axles-2
Brakes-Braked

Sources: Ifor Williams LM166, Lider 38398. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the LM166 if...

  • you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross

Bought by contractors and hauliers who regularly carry longer loads, such as fencing materials or several pallets, and need more deck length than the LM106 or LM126 provide.

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Full LM166 specifications →

Buy or hire the 38398 if...

  • you want one that is 335kg lighter empty

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

Full 38398 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams LM166 and the Lider 38398?

The Lider 38398 is 335kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams LM166 is a a long-bed flatbed trailer; the Lider 38398 is a a braked twin-axle general purpose trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..

Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams LM166 or the Lider 38398?

The Lider 38398. It is 335kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM166.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM166 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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