Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Ifor Williams CT136
The Bateson 26MD is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams CT136 is 100kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 100kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Ifor Williams CT136 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,000kg twin axle / 2,600kg CT136HD |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 400kg single axle / 495kg twin axle |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Bed | - | 4.00m x 1.84m |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Ifor Williams CT136. 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 1.2 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 CT136 if...
- you want one that is 100kg lighter empty
The accessible end of car transport, for towing a road car, a track-day car or a small classic. Motorsport and classic-car owners tend toward the twin-axle and HD versions for the higher gross weight and the tie-down provision.
Full CT136 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Ifor Williams CT136?
The Bateson 26MD is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams CT136 is 100kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Ifor Williams CT136 is a flatbed car transporter, single or twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams CT136?
The Ifor Williams CT136. It is 100kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams CT136 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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