Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 1,725kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,725kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 2440kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Payload | - | 1060kg |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg. 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 1,725kg lighter empty
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 Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
The Excel trim adds equipment and finish over the standard Equinox on the same 3.5 tonne chassis, aimed at buyers who want a more comfortable cab and living area without moving up a weight class.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 1,725kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter. It is 1,725kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg 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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