Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Ifor Williams HB510XL
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 575kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL weighs 575kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Ifor Williams HB510XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 1290kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Payload | - | 2210kg |
| Internal length | - | 4.25m |
| Internal width | - | 1.74m |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Ifor Williams HB510XL. 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 575kg lighter empty
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 HB510XL if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is 575kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter. It is 575kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB510XL.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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