Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 215kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 215kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 510kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 4.0m |
| Internal width | - | 1.84m |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Ifor Williams CT136HD. 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
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 CT136HD if...
- you want one that is 215kg lighter empty
The CT136HD suits recovery operators, racers and dealers who need a tougher car transporter than the standard CT136, thanks to its heavy-duty beam axles and multi-leaf suspension. Its 4.0m bed and 2.6 tonne gross weight cover most road cars without the cost of a beavertail trailer.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD is 215kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Ifor Williams CT136HD is a ifor Williams' heavy-duty twin-axle car transporter trailer in the CT136 range, built for moving a single vehicle..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Ifor Williams CT136HD. It is 215kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams CT136HD 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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