Head to head
Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed vs Lider 39401
The Lider 39401 is 589kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2,250kg heavier gross and is 78cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed weighs 589kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is 78cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | Lider 39401 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 719kg to 978kg depending on model | 130kg |
| Internal width | 2.04m (all models) | 126cm |
| Internal length options | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m | - |
| Internal length | - | 178cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed, Lider 39401. 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 2,250kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 78cm (2.5ft) 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 39401 if...
- you want one that is 589kg lighter empty
A step up from the 39400E for owners of larger or heavier motorcycles who still want to stay under the unbraked 750kg threshold.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed and the Lider 39401?
The Lider 39401 is 589kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2,250kg heavier gross and is 78cm (2.5ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery; the Lider 39401 is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the Lider 39401?
The Lider 39401. It is 589kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed or the Lider 39401 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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