Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Nugent Q1710
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,893kg more and is rated 2,240kg heavier gross. The Nugent Q1710 is 347kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,893kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 2,240kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 347kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Nugent Q1710 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 360kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 153kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 207kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1700mm x 1010mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Nugent Q1710. 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 1,893kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,240kg 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 Q1710 if...
- you want one that is 347kg lighter empty
A light trailer for farmers and smallholders who need to move a quad bike, feed or small tools around the yard behind an ATV or small vehicle rather than a car.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Nugent Q1710?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,893kg more and is rated 2,240kg heavier gross. The Nugent Q1710 is 347kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Nugent Q1710 is a a small single-axle trailer for quad bikes and ATVs.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Nugent Q1710?
The Nugent Q1710. It is 347kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Nugent Q1710?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,893kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Nugent Q1710 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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