Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Sun Way Galaxy TBS75
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,540kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy TBS75 is 310kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,540kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 310kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Sun Way Galaxy TBS75 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 190kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 560kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Overall length | - | 5.99m |
| Overall width | - | 1.83m |
| Rollers | - | 20 non-marking rollers plus 1 keel roller, winch and break-back facility |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Sun Way Galaxy TBS75. 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 1,540kg 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 Galaxy TBS75 if...
- you want one that is 310kg lighter empty
A French-built boat trailer for owners of small motorboats who need to launch and recover from a slipway themselves. The break-back facility and roller bed make it easier to float the boat on and off without a tow vehicle in the water.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Sun Way Galaxy TBS75?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,540kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy TBS75 is 310kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Sun Way Galaxy TBS75 is a single-axle road trailer for launching and recovering small motorboats.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Sun Way Galaxy TBS75?
The Sun Way Galaxy TBS75. It is 310kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Sun Way Galaxy TBS75?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,540kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Sun Way Galaxy TBS75 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.