Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Erde PM310
The Erde PM310 is 665kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,535kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 665kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 2,535kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Erde PM310 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 60kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 240kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | 200 x 112cm |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Erde PM310. 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 2,535kg 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.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the PM310 if...
- you want one that is 665kg lighter empty
A lightweight option for owners of smaller motorcycles or scooters who want the least weight to tow. The 200 x 112cm bed suits scooters, trail bikes and smaller road bikes, and the 60kg unladen weight barely registers on a tow car.
Listed by
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Erde PM310?
The Erde PM310 is 665kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 3.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,535kg more. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Erde PM310 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Erde PM310?
The Erde PM310. It is 665kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Erde PM310?
The Bateson 35MD, by 2,535kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Erde PM310 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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