Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Ifor Williams LM106
The Ifor Williams LM106 carries 780kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is 120kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM106 carries 780kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM106 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM106 weighs 120kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Ifor Williams LM106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 620kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 2880kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3.01m x 1.98m |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Ifor Williams LM106. 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 120kg 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 LM106 if...
- you want one that carries 780kg more
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
For users who find the LM105's 1.68m bed too narrow for pallets or wider machinery but do not need extra length, offering the same bed length on a wider chassis.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Ifor Williams LM106?
The Ifor Williams LM106 carries 780kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is 120kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Ifor Williams LM106 is a a wider general-purpose flatbed trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams LM106?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 120kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM106.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams LM106?
The Ifor Williams LM106, by 780kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams LM106 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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