Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Erde PM310
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,860kg more and is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde PM310 is 440kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,860kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 440kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Erde PM310 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 60kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 240kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 200 x 112cm |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Erde PM310. 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 1,860kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross
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 PM310 if...
- you want one that is 440kg lighter empty
A lightweight option for owners of smaller motorcycles or scooters who want the least weight to tow. The 200 x 112cm bed suits scooters, trail bikes and smaller road bikes, and the 60kg unladen weight barely registers on a tow car.
Listed by
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Erde PM310?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,860kg more and is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde PM310 is 440kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Erde PM310 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Erde PM310?
The Erde PM310. It is 440kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Erde PM310?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,860kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Erde PM310 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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