Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Nugent G3015D
The Bateson 26MD is 100kg lighter empty. The Nugent G3015D is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Nugent G3015D weighs 100kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Nugent G3015D is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Nugent G3015D | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 600kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 2100kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3000mm x 1520mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Nugent G3015D. 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 100kg 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 G3015D if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A general-purpose farm trailer for loose loads, feed bags or fencing, sized up from the G2512D for users who need a bigger bed on the same twin-axle chassis.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Nugent G3015D?
The Bateson 26MD is 100kg lighter empty. The Nugent G3015D is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Nugent G3015D is a a mid-size twin-axle general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Nugent G3015D?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 100kg lighter empty than the Nugent G3015D.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Nugent G3015D 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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