Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 2,185kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated 1,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg weighs 2,185kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated 1,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 4500kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 2900kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg. 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 2,185kg 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 Victory 4,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 1,750kg heavier gross
A step up from the Sonic and Equinox 3,500kg models, giving more payload and a proper living area on a 4.5 tonne chassis. It suits owners who compete regularly and want to stay over without a separate caravan.
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 Victory 4,500kg?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 2,185kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated 1,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is a 4.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox with living area.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter. It is 2,185kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg on a car licence?
Equi-Trek Victory 4,500kg is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.
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