Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,267kg more and is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,267kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB403 weighs 267kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 767kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 833kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.08m |
| Internal width | - | 1.30m |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Ifor Williams HB403. 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 carries 1,267kg more
- you want one that is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 267kg 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 HB403 if...
The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,267kg more and is rated 1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 267kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB403.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,267kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams HB403 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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