Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Nugent G2512D
The Bateson 26MD carries 545kg more and is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D is 55kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 545kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 600kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 55kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Nugent G2512D | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 445kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 1555kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2520mm x 1270mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Nugent G2512D. 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 545kg more
- you want one that is rated 600kg 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 G2512D if...
- you want one that is 55kg lighter empty
An entry-level general-purpose trailer for smallholders and light trade users who need a twin-axle chassis but not the larger bed of the G3015D.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Nugent G2512D?
The Bateson 26MD carries 545kg more and is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D is 55kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Nugent G2512D is a a compact twin-axle general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Nugent G2512D?
The Nugent G2512D. It is 55kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Nugent G2512D?
The Bateson 26MD, by 545kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Nugent G2512D 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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