Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Ifor Williams Q Range
The Bateson 26MD is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 200kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 200kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Ifor Williams Q Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 1000kg (braked Q) |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 300kg (Q6b) |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.95m (Q6b) |
| Internal width | - | 1.22m (Q6b) |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Ifor Williams Q Range. 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 rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross
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 Q Range if...
- you want one that is 200kg lighter empty
A compact trailer aimed at farm and domestic users who need something smaller and lighter than the General Duty range for routine loads around a smallholding or garden.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Bateson 26MD is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 200kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Ifor Williams Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (Q) and unbraked (Unbraked Q) versions.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Ifor Williams Q Range. It is 200kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Ifor Williams Q Range 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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