Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Ifor Williams Eventa L
The Bateson 26MD is 1,452kg lighter empty and carries 552kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L weighs 1,452kg more empty.
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 552kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Ifor Williams Eventa L | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 1952kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 1548kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 5.22m |
| Internal width | - | 2.21m |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Ifor Williams Eventa L. 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 1,452kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 552kg more
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 Eventa L if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
For owners who compete away from home and want to sleep or change in the trailer rather than tow a separate caravan, combining a two-horse area with a fitted living/changing section. It sits at the entry point of Ifor Williams' living-away range, below the larger Eventa M.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
- Universal Trailers - Billingshurst
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Bateson 26MD is 1,452kg lighter empty and carries 552kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Ifor Williams Eventa L is a a two-horse living-away horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 1,452kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams Eventa L.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Bateson 26MD, by 552kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams Eventa L 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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