Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,590kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 260kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,590kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 260kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 240kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 510kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 1820mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle 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 carries 1,590kg more
- 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 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 260kg lighter empty
An entry-level box trailer for tradespeople and gardeners moving small loads of tools, waste or turf, light enough to tow on a car licence without a trailer test. Its 750kg gross weight keeps it under the unbraked trailer limit.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,590kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 260kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 6ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 260kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,590kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle 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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