Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Erde 122
The Erde 122 is 435kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD carries 1,763kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 435kg more empty.
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,763kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Erde 122 | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 65kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 337kg |
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 120cm |
| Internal width | - | 92cm |
| Internal height | - | 35cm |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Erde 122. 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 1,763kg more
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 122 if...
- you want one that is 435kg lighter empty
Erde's smallest general purpose trailer, bought by owners of small cars who want an occasional-use trailer for camping gear or light DIY loads.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Erde 122?
The Erde 122 is 435kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD carries 1,763kg more. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Erde 122 is a a small unbraked single-axle camping and leisure trailer..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Erde 122?
The Erde 122. It is 435kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Erde 122?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,763kg.
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