Head to head
AJC Group Ecosmart 16 vs Groundhog GP 500 D
The AJC Group Ecosmart 16 is 155kg lighter empty. The Groundhog GP 500 D is 9cm longer.
Last reviewed 6 October 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Groundhog GP 500 D weighs 155kg more empty.
- Length: the Groundhog GP 500 D is 9cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| AJC Group Ecosmart 16 | Groundhog GP 500 D | |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 10 People (open plan layout) | 12-14 people |
| Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Unladen weight | 2145 kg | 2,300 kg |
| Gross weight | 2240 kg | - |
| Payload | 95 kg | - |
| Generator | - | 6 kVA |
| Possible gross weight | - | 3,000 kg |
Sources: AJC Group Ecosmart 16, Groundhog GP 500 D. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Ecosmart 16 if...
- you want one that is 155kg lighter empty
A mid-size towable welfare unit for larger site gangs on construction, utilities and rail work. The open plan layout has a canteen with bench seating, with a separate toilet and drying room, and other layouts add an office.
Full Ecosmart 16 specifications →Buy or hire the GP 500 D if...
- you want one that is 9cm longer
Larger towable welfare unit for bigger site teams and rental fleets. Canteen, toilet and generator in one unit that can be positioned on site by one person.
Full GP 500 D specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the AJC Group Ecosmart 16 and the Groundhog GP 500 D?
The AJC Group Ecosmart 16 is 155kg lighter empty. The Groundhog GP 500 D is 9cm longer. The AJC Group Ecosmart 16 is a 16ft towable hybrid welfare unit with canteen, drying room and toilet; the Groundhog GP 500 D is a twin-axle mobile welfare unit for 12 to 14 people.
Which is lighter, the AJC Group Ecosmart 16 or the Groundhog GP 500 D?
The AJC Group Ecosmart 16. It is 155kg lighter empty than the Groundhog GP 500 D.
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