Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Bockmann Master
The Bateson 26MD carries 784kg more and is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 784kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Bockmann Master | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2400kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 1316kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 3560mm |
| Internal width | - | 1650mm |
| Internal height | - | 2350mm |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Bockmann Master. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 26MD if...
- you want one that carries 784kg more
- you want one that is rated 200kg heavier gross
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 Master if...
The entry point into Bockmann's polyester-bodied trailer range, aimed at owners of one or two horses who want a simple, low-maintenance trailer rather than an aluminium premium model. It competes on price against other basic 2-horse trailers.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Bockmann Master?
The Bateson 26MD carries 784kg more and is rated 200kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Bockmann Master is a polyester-bodied 2-horse trailer with tack room.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Bockmann Master?
The Bateson 26MD, by 784kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Bockmann Master 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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