Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Bateson 35MD carries 675kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 125kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 675kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 125kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 600kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 2100kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1524mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. 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 675kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg 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.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 125kg lighter empty
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Bateson 35MD carries 675kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 125kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 125kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Bateson 35MD, by 675kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer 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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