Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,630kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 220kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,630kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 220kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 280kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 470kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, M-Tec 8ft 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 1,630kg 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 220kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,630kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 220kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 220kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,630kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the M-Tec 8ft 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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