Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 1,785kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg weighs 1,785kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 2500kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 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 1,785kg 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 Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
A five-seat cab variant of the Sonic, aimed at families or small teams who want to travel together to competitions rather than sending a second car. It carries the same horse capacity as the standard Sonic.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 1,785kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 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 Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg is a 5-seat version of the Sonic motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter. It is 1,785kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Equi-Trek Sonic Five Seats 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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