Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Cheval Liberte Touring Country
The Bateson 35MD is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 125kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Touring Country weighs 125kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Cheval Liberte Touring Country | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 850kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,310mm x 1,680mm x 2,310mm |
| Individual stall | - | 1,930mm x 830mm x 2,265mm |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Cheval Liberte Touring Country. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35MD if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 125kg lighter empty
A plant trailer sized for a mini digger or small excavator, with a gas-assisted full-width ramp door for driving machines straight on and off. It is aimed at groundworkers and plant hire companies rather than general haulage.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the Touring Country if...
The most direct continental alternative to the Ifor Williams HB range. It is both larger inside and lighter unladen than the HB506, which is the trade-off worth understanding: more room per kilo, from aluminium and composite construction rather than steel.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Cheval Liberte Touring Country?
The Bateson 35MD is rated 900kg heavier gross and is 125kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Cheval Liberte Touring Country is a two-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country?
The Bateson 35MD. It is 125kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring Country.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Cheval Liberte Touring Country 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.