Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Ifor Williams Q Range
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 415kg 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 415kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Ifor Williams Q Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 1000kg (braked Q) |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 300kg (Q6b) |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.95m (Q6b) |
| Internal width | - | 1.22m (Q6b) |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Ifor Williams Q Range. 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.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Q Range if...
- you want one that is 415kg lighter empty
A compact trailer aimed at farm and domestic users who need something smaller and lighter than the General Duty range for routine loads around a smallholding or garden.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,750kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 415kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Ifor Williams Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (Q) and unbraked (Unbraked Q) versions.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Ifor Williams Q Range. It is 415kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams Q Range 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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