Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Indespension Daxara 158
The Bateson 26MD is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,560kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,560kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Indespension Daxara 158 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 650kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 540kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Size | - | 4'9" x 3'3" |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked, single axle |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Indespension Daxara 158. 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 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,560kg 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 Daxara 158 if...
One of the most common small trailers on British drives: a compact lidded box sold through Indespension and its dealers, bought by campers, anglers and householders for holiday luggage, tip runs and garden waste. At 650kg gross it can be towed by almost any car with a towbar.
Full Daxara 158 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Indespension Daxara 158?
The Bateson 26MD is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,560kg more. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Indespension Daxara 158 is a unbraked single axle camping and leisure trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Indespension Daxara 158?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,560kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Indespension Daxara 158 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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