Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Lider Alicante
The Lider Alicante is 364kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 364kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Lider Alicante | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 136kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 150cm |
| Internal width | - | 100cm |
| Internal height | - | 39cm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Lider Alicante. 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 1,850kg 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 Alicante if...
- you want one that is 364kg lighter empty
A low-cost, lightweight trailer for campers and DIY users who want an occasional-use box trailer that any car can tow. At 136kg unladen it is light enough to move by hand around a drive, and the lift-off lid means it can be loaded from any side rather than over a tailgate.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante is 364kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Lider Alicante is a a small unbraked single-axle camping and general purpose trailer with a lift-off lid..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante. It is 364kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Lider Alicante 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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