Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Brian James CarGO Connect
The Bateson 26MD is 229kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 229kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Brian James CarGO Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3,500kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Load bed length | - | 4.00m to 6.00m |
| Internal width | - | 2.02m or 2.17m |
| Bed height | - | 0.55m to 0.60m |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Brian James CarGO Connect. 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 is 229kg lighter empty
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 CarGO Connect if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
A configurable enclosed cargo trailer for tradespeople, exhibition and event companies and small hauliers who need a lockable, weatherproof load area rather than an open bed. The low bed height is what makes loading practical without a ramp gradient that fights you.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Derby Trailer Hire Limited - Derby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Bateson 26MD is 229kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Brian James CarGO Connect?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 229kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Brian James CarGO Connect 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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