Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Maypole MP6819
The Bateson 35MD carries 2,396kg more and is rated 3,001kg heavier gross. The Maypole MP6819 is 605kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 2,396kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 3,001kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 605kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Maypole MP6819 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 499kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 120kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 379kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 186cm |
| Internal width | - | 116cm |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Maypole MP6819. 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 2,396kg more
- you want one that is rated 3,001kg 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 MP6819 if...
- you want one that is 605kg lighter empty
The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Maypole MP6819?
The Bateson 35MD carries 2,396kg more and is rated 3,001kg heavier gross. The Maypole MP6819 is 605kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Maypole MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Maypole MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819. It is 605kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Maypole MP6819?
The Bateson 35MD, by 2,396kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Maypole MP6819 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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