Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 425kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,750kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 425kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 290kg |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | Braked |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.58m x 1.58m |
| Axles | - | Single |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. 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 1,750kg 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 Eurolight EL101-2515 if...
- you want one that is 425kg lighter empty
The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 425kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 425kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 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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