Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Erde CH451
The Erde CH451 is 391kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,606kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 391kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,606kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 109kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 494kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 200 x 117cm |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Erde CH451. 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 rated 2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,606kg 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 CH451 if...
- you want one that is 391kg lighter empty
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451 is 391kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,606kg more. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451. It is 391kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Erde CH451?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,606kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Erde CH451 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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