Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Erde 102
The Erde 102 is 670kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,530kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 670kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 2,530kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 55kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 245kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Erde 102. 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 3.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,530kg more
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.
Full 35MD specifications →Buy or hire the 102 if...
- you want one that is 670kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Full 102 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Erde 102?
The Erde 102 is 670kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,530kg more. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Erde 102?
The Erde 102. It is 670kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Erde 102?
The Bateson 35MD, by 2,530kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Erde 102 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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