Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Bateson 35-16
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Bateson 35-16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | - |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Size | - | 16' x 6'2" |
| Payload | - | 2670kg |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Bateson 35-16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
A hydraulic tilt-bed transporter used by recovery operators, car dealers and track-day owners. The hydraulic tilt rather than a winch and ramps is the whole reason to choose it: loading a low or non-running car alone is simple in a way it is not on a flatbed.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the 35-16 if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
A 16-foot tilt-bed transporter used to move 4x4s, plant and light machinery without loading ramps, since the whole bed tilts to ground level. A staple of small plant hire and vehicle recovery fleets.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Bateson 35-16?
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Bateson 35-16 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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