Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 497kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 497kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 218kg |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | Unbraked |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Payload | - | 532kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 tonnes 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 497kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 497kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 497kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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