Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Ifor Williams BV64e
The Bateson 26MD carries 1.8 tonnes more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 300kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1.8 tonnes more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 300kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Ifor Williams BV64e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 200kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 300kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.85m |
| Internal width | - | 1.15m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Ifor Williams BV64e. 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 1.8 tonnes more
- you want one that is rated 2.1 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 BV64e if...
- you want one that is 300kg lighter empty
A light domestic trailer for anyone wanting to lock away and weatherproof small loads like garden tools, motorbikes or market stock, towable by almost any car since it needs no brakes or driving licence upgrade.
Listed by
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1.8 tonnes more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 300kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Ifor Williams BV64e is a a small unbraked enclosed box trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Ifor Williams BV64e. It is 300kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1.8 tonnes.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams BV64e 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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