Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Bateson 35-16
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 570kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 570kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Bateson 35-16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 2670kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Size | - | 16' x 6'2" |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Bateson 35-16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 26MD if...
A compact plant trailer built to carry a 1.5 to 2 tonne mini excavator plus buckets and attachments. It is a common sight behind pickups on groundworks and landscaping jobs, sized to stay within an unbraked or standard car licence towing limit.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the 35-16 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 570kg more
A 16-foot tilt-bed transporter used to move 4x4s, plant and light machinery without loading ramps, since the whole bed tilts to ground level. A staple of small plant hire and vehicle recovery fleets.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Bateson 35-16?
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 570kg more. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Bateson 35-16?
The Bateson 35-16, by 570kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Bateson 35-16 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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