Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Nugent P2813S
The Bateson 26MD is 80kg lighter empty. The Nugent P2813S is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Nugent P2813S weighs 80kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Nugent P2813S is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Nugent P2813S | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2,700kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 580kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | - |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Bed | - | 2.792m x 1.348m |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Nugent P2813S. 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 80kg 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 P2813S if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A compact, low-loading plant trailer sized around a mini excavator. The bed is deliberately short, which is the point: it suits a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine and keeps the whole outfit towable rather than chasing capacity it does not need.
Full P2813S specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Nugent P2813S?
The Bateson 26MD is 80kg lighter empty. The Nugent P2813S is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Nugent P2813S is a plant trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Nugent P2813S?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 80kg lighter empty than the Nugent P2813S.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Nugent P2813S 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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