Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Erde PM320
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,864kg more and is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde PM320 is 440kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,864kg 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 PM320 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 60kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 236kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 200 x 112cm |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Erde PM320. 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 1,864kg 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 PM320 if...
- you want one that is 440kg lighter empty
Near-identical to the PM310, rated for slightly heavier motorcycles up to 236kg. The two are the same trailer to look at, so the number to check before buying is the wet weight of the bike you intend to carry.
Listed by
- 1Stop Trailers Ltd - Sudbury, Little Waldingfield
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Erde PM320?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,864kg more and is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde PM320 is 440kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Erde PM320 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Erde PM320?
The Erde PM320. It is 440kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Erde PM320?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,864kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Erde PM320 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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