Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Cheval Liberte Touring One
The Bateson 35MD carries 1,925kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 1,925kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Touring One weighs 25kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Cheval Liberte Touring One | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 850kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 3200mm |
| Internal width | - | 1360mm |
| Internal height | - | 2250mm |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Cheval Liberte Touring One. 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 carries 1,925kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 25kg 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 One if...
An entry-level single-horse trailer aimed at owners with one horse and a smaller tow vehicle, since its low unladen weight keeps it within reach of many car-based towing limits. It is a common first trailer for leisure riders.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Bateson 35MD carries 1,925kg more and is rated 1.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Cheval Liberte Touring One is a lightweight single-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Bateson 35MD. It is 25kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring One.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Bateson 35MD, by 1,925kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Cheval Liberte Touring One 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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