Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Ifor Williams P6
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Ifor Williams P6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 1000kg |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | Braked |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | - |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Size | - | 6ft x 4ft |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Ifor Williams P6. 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 P6 if...
Ifor Williams P6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. The small Ifor Williams general purpose trailer and the forerunner of the current P6e. Householders and gardeners use it for tip runs, garden waste and DIY materials behind almost any car.
Full P6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Ifor Williams P6?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Ifor Williams P6 is a small general purpose trailer, 6ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams P6 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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