Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Cheval Liberte Touring One
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,250kg more and is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,250kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Touring One weighs 250kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Cheval Liberte Touring One | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 850kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 3200mm |
| Internal width | - | 1360mm |
| Internal height | - | 2250mm |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Cheval Liberte Touring One. 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 carries 1,250kg more
- you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 250kg 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 One if...
An entry-level single-horse trailer aimed at owners with one horse and a smaller tow vehicle, since its low unladen weight keeps it within reach of many car-based towing limits. It is a common first trailer for leisure riders.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,250kg more and is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Cheval Liberte Touring One is a lightweight single-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 250kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring One.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,250kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Cheval Liberte Touring One 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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