Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Ifor Williams P5
The Bateson 35MD carries 2,416kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 584kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 2,416kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 584kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Bateson 35MD has a bed 1.5m (5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 359kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Ifor Williams P5. 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 carries 2,416kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 1.5m (5ft) 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.
Full 35MD specifications →Buy or hire the P5 if...
- you want one that is 584kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Full P5 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Bateson 35MD carries 2,416kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 584kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 584kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Bateson 35MD, by 2,416kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Ifor Williams P5 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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