Head to head
Ifor Williams LM85 vs Lider 37385
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 37385 is 155kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 weighs 155kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM85 | Lider 37385 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg |
| Unladen weight | 525kg | 370kg |
| Internal bed | 2.44m x 1.52m | 304 x 171 x 10cm |
| Payload | 2975kg | - |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM85, Lider 37385. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the 37385 if...
- you want one that is 155kg lighter empty
The higher-capacity version of the 37380 tilt-bed, giving tradespeople a bit more payload for the same tilting, ramp-free loading deck.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams LM85 and the Lider 37385?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 37385 is 155kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range; the Lider 37385 is a a braked single-axle tilt-bed flatbed trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Lider 37385?
The Lider 37385. It is 155kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM85.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Lider 37385 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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