Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Ifor Williams GH94BT
The Ifor Williams GH94BT is 195kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 605kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 195kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 605kg more.
- Internal bed: the Bateson 35MD has a bed 24cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Ifor Williams GH94BT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 530kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 2170kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | 2.79m x 1.31m |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Ifor Williams GH94BT. 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 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 605kg more
- you want one that has a bed 24cm longer
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 GH94BT if...
- you want one that is 195kg lighter empty
Chosen over the standard GH94 by operators who want the heavier-duty BT chassis and tyres for regular loaded towing rather than occasional use, at the cost of a little unladen weight and payload.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Ifor Williams GH94BT?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT is 195kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 605kg more. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Ifor Williams GH94BT is a a braked-tandem version of the GH94 plant trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams GH94BT?
The Ifor Williams GH94BT. It is 195kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams GH94BT?
The Bateson 35MD, by 605kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams GH94BT 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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