Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Bateson 26MD is 750kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 150kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 750kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 150kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 2250kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Internal width | - | 1850mm |
| Axles | - | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 750kg 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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 150kg more
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Bateson 26MD is 750kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 150kg more. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 750kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 150kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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