Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Ifor Williams CT177
The Bateson 26MD is 305kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 595kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 weighs 305kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 595kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Ifor Williams CT177 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 805kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | approx. 2695kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Overall length | - | 6.70m / 22'0" |
| Bed | - | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Ifor Williams CT177. 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 305kg 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 CT177 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 595kg more
The CT177 is built to be wide enough for most light commercial vehicles while remaining narrow enough for smaller cars, making it a common choice for vehicle recovery firms and the motor trade. Its long bed and 3500kg GVW keep it within standard car-licence towing limits for a single vehicle plus ramps.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Whitehall Trailers Ltd - Southam
- 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 CT177?
The Bateson 26MD is 305kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 595kg more. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Ifor Williams CT177 is a a twin-axle car transporter trailer with a long, narrow bed for single-vehicle recovery and trade use..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams CT177?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 305kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT177.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams CT177?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 595kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams CT177 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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