Head to head
Ifor Williams LM85 vs Lider Alicante
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Lider Alicante is 389kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 weighs 389kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM85 | Lider Alicante | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 525kg | 136kg |
| Payload | 2975kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.44m x 1.52m | - |
| Internal length | - | 150cm |
| Internal width | - | 100cm |
| Internal height | - | 39cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM85, Lider Alicante. 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 2,750kg 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 Alicante if...
- you want one that is 389kg lighter empty
A low-cost, lightweight trailer for campers and DIY users who want an occasional-use box trailer that any car can tow. At 136kg unladen it is light enough to move by hand around a drive, and the lift-off lid means it can be loaded from any side rather than over a tailgate.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams LM85 and the Lider Alicante?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Lider Alicante is 389kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range; the Lider Alicante is a a small unbraked single-axle camping and general purpose trailer with a lift-off lid..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante. It is 389kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM85.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM85 or the Lider Alicante 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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