Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Ifor Williams BV84
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,350kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,350kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Ifor Williams BV84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 1400kg |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | Braked |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | - |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Size | - | 8ft x 4ft |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Ifor Williams BV84. 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 1,350kg 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 BV84 if...
Ifor Williams BV84, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. A compact braked box van from the Ifor Williams range, bought for lockable, weatherproof carrying of tools, stock and household goods, and one of the most common used box trailers on the UK market.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Ifor Williams BV84?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,350kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Ifor Williams BV84 is a box van trailer, single axle, 8ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams BV84 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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