Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Woodford Widebody
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,160kg more and is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 170kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,160kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 170kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | - | Single or Twin |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Woodford Widebody. 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 1,160kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.3 tonnes 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 Widebody if...
- you want one that is 170kg lighter empty
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 26MD and the Woodford Widebody?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,160kg more and is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 170kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody. It is 170kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Woodford Widebody?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,160kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD or the Woodford Widebody 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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