Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Erde PM310
The Erde PM310 is 655kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,450kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 655kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,450kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Erde PM310 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 60kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Payload | - | 240kg |
| Internal bed | - | 200 x 112cm |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Erde PM310. 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 2,450kg 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 PM310 if...
- you want one that is 655kg lighter empty
A lightweight option for owners of smaller motorcycles or scooters who want the least weight to tow. The 200 x 112cm bed suits scooters, trail bikes and smaller road bikes, and the 60kg unladen weight barely registers on a tow car.
Listed by
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Erde PM310?
The Erde PM310 is 655kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,450kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Erde PM310 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Erde PM310?
The Erde PM310. It is 655kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Erde PM310 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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