Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Krone Mega
The Krone Mega carries 30,550kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Krone Mega carries 30,550kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Krone Mega | |
|---|---|---|
| Payload | 2,100kg | 32650 kg |
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | - |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Permissible total weight | - | 39000 kg |
| Dead weight | - | 6350 kg |
| Clear side length | - | 13620 mm |
| Clear side width | - | 2480 mm |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Krone Mega. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 26MD if...
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 Mega if...
- you want one that carries 30,550kg more
A tall-bodied curtainside trailer used by hauliers to maximise cubic load space for bulky but relatively light freight, within standard road height limits.
Listed by
- Central Trailer Solutions Limited - Burton-on-Trent, Alrewas
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Krone Mega?
The Krone Mega carries 30,550kg more. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Krone Mega is a high-cube curtainside semi-trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Krone Mega?
The Krone Mega, by 30,550kg.
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