Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Cheval Liberte Hippomobile
The Bateson 26MD is 415kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile weighs 415kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Cheval Liberte Hippomobile | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 915kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| External dimensions | - | 5,950 x 2,150 x 2,750mm |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,150 x 1,670 x 2,300mm |
| Carriage platform | - | 1,520 x 1,920mm |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Cheval Liberte Hippomobile. 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 415kg 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 Hippomobile if...
A two-horse trailer with a front platform sized to carry a horse-drawn carriage, aimed at driving competitors rather than everyday riders. It lets one outfit move both horses and the carriage they pull in a single tow, which is why it turns up with carriage-driving yards rather than general livery use.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile?
The Bateson 26MD is 415kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile is a twin horse trailer with front carriage-carrying platform.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 415kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Cheval Liberte Hippomobile 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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