Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Ifor Williams GX105
The Bateson 26MD is 175kg lighter empty and carries 75kg more. The Ifor Williams GX105 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GX105 weighs 175kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX105 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 75kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Ifor Williams GX105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 675kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 2025kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3.03m x 1.57m |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Ifor Williams GX105. 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 175kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 75kg 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 GX105 if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A plant hire and groundworks trailer for skid-steers or mini excavators that need a longer bed than the GX84 but not the higher 3500kg gross weight of the GX105HD.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Bateson 26MD is 175kg lighter empty and carries 75kg more. The Ifor Williams GX105 is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Ifor Williams GX105 is a a mid-size plant trailer with a skid or ramp loading option.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 175kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GX105.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Bateson 26MD, by 75kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams GX105 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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