Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 617kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,150kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 617kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,150kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 98kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
| Payload | - | 502kg |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Erde 143. 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 2,150kg 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 143 if...
- you want one that is 617kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 617kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,150kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 617kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Erde 143 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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