Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Erde CH451
The Erde CH451 is 606kg 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 606kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,150kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 109kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Payload | - | 494kg |
| Internal bed | - | 200 x 117cm |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Erde CH451. 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 CH451 if...
- you want one that is 606kg lighter empty
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451 is 606kg 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 CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451. It is 606kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Erde CH451 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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