Head to head
Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed vs Lider 39400E
The Lider 39400E is 634kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 89cm (3ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed weighs 634kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 89cm (3ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | Lider 39400E | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 719kg to 978kg depending on model | 85kg |
| Internal width | 2.04m (all models) | 115cm |
| Internal length options | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m | - |
| Internal length | - | 173cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed, Lider 39400E. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB Tiltbed if...
- you want one that is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 89cm (3ft) wider inside
A flatbed trailer with a tilting deck, built for loading vehicles with low ground clearance or for vehicle recovery, where a fixed ramp angle would ground the car. Recovery operators and low-car owners choose it over a standard flatbed for that reason alone.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Buy or hire the 39400E if...
- you want one that is 634kg 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 TB Tiltbed and the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E is 634kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and is 89cm (3ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery; 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 TB Tiltbed or the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E. It is 634kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed 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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