Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Nugent G2512D
The Bateson 35MD carries 1,220kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D is 280kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 1,220kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 280kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Bateson 35MD has a bed 51cm (1.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Nugent G2512D | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 445kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 1555kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | 2520mm x 1270mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Nugent G2512D. 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 1,220kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 51cm (1.5ft) 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.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the G2512D if...
- you want one that is 280kg lighter empty
An entry-level general-purpose trailer for smallholders and light trade users who need a twin-axle chassis but not the larger bed of the G3015D.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Nugent G2512D?
The Bateson 35MD carries 1,220kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D is 280kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Nugent G2512D is a a compact twin-axle general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Nugent G2512D?
The Nugent G2512D. It is 280kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Nugent G2512D?
The Bateson 35MD, by 1,220kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Nugent G2512D 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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