Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Brian James General Plant
The Brian James General Plant is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 493kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 493kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Brian James General Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 2593kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3.6m x 1.8m |
| Axles | - | Tri-axle (12in wheels) |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Brian James General Plant. 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 General Plant if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 493kg more
A tougher all-round plant trailer for contractors who need to move a range of machines - diggers, dumpers, rollers - rather than one specific type. The tri-axle chassis spreads load for towing at higher gross weight on public roads.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Brian James General Plant?
The Brian James General Plant is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 493kg more. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Brian James General Plant?
The Brian James General Plant, by 493kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Brian James General Plant 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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