Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Cheval Liberte Maxi4
The Bateson 26MD is 1 tonnes lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 weighs 1 tonnes more empty.
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Cheval Liberte Maxi4 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 1500kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 4900mm |
| Internal width | - | 2070mm |
| Internal height | - | 2300mm |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Cheval Liberte Maxi4. 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 1 tonnes 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 Maxi4 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
The four-horse version of the Maxi range, used by yards, dealers and competition riders who regularly move multiple horses at once. Its herringbone loading is claimed by the maker to be more comfortable for horses than straight loading over long journeys.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?
The Bateson 26MD is 1 tonnes lighter empty. The Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 is a herringbone-loading 4-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Cheval Liberte Maxi4?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 1 tonnes lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Maxi4.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Cheval Liberte Maxi4 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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