Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Ifor Williams GX84
The Ifor Williams GX84 is 185kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 615kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 185kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 615kg more.
- Internal bed: the Bateson 35MD has a bed 58cm (2ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Ifor Williams GX84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 540kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 2160kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | 2.45m x 1.27m |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Ifor Williams GX84. 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 615kg more
- you want one that has a bed 58cm (2ft) 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 GX84 if...
- you want one that is 185kg lighter empty
An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84 is 185kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 615kg more. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84. It is 185kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Bateson 35MD, by 615kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams GX84 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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