Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Bateson 26MD is 10kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD weighs 10kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 510kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 4.0m |
| Internal width | - | 1.84m |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Ifor Williams CT136HD. 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 10kg lighter empty
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 CT136HD if...
The CT136HD suits recovery operators, racers and dealers who need a tougher car transporter than the standard CT136, thanks to its heavy-duty beam axles and multi-leaf suspension. Its 4.0m bed and 2.6 tonne gross weight cover most road cars without the cost of a beavertail trailer.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Shropshire Trailer Hire - Shrewsbury, Bicton
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Bateson 26MD is 10kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Ifor Williams CT136HD is a ifor Williams' heavy-duty twin-axle car transporter trailer in the CT136 range, built for moving a single vehicle..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 10kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT136HD.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams CT136HD 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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