Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Cheval Liberte Touring Country
The Bateson 26MD is 350kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Touring Country weighs 350kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Cheval Liberte Touring Country | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 850kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,310mm x 1,680mm x 2,310mm |
| Individual stall | - | 1,930mm x 830mm x 2,265mm |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Cheval Liberte Touring Country. 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 350kg 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 Touring Country if...
The most direct continental alternative to the Ifor Williams HB range. It is both larger inside and lighter unladen than the HB506, which is the trade-off worth understanding: more room per kilo, from aluminium and composite construction rather than steel.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Cheval Liberte Touring Country?
The Bateson 26MD is 350kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Cheval Liberte Touring Country is a two-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 350kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring Country.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country 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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