Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Brian James Eco Plant
The Brian James Eco Plant is 265kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 150kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 265kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 150kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Brian James Eco Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | from 450kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Payload | - | up to 2183kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Brian James Eco Plant. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 150kg heavier gross
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.
Full 27-16 Transporter specifications →Buy or hire the Eco Plant if...
- you want one that is 265kg lighter empty
Aimed at gardeners, groundcare contractors and farmers moving small low-clearance kit such as compact tractors or turf equipment. It undercuts the General Plant and Digger Plant ranges on price and weight for buyers who do not need a full-size plant trailer.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Brian James Eco Plant?
The Brian James Eco Plant is 265kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 150kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James Eco Plant?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 265kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Brian James Eco Plant 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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