Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Lider 34622
The Lider 34622 is 345kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,250kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 345kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,250kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Lider 34622 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 1500kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 370kg |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | Braked |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 306 x 170cm |
| Axles | - | 2 |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Lider 34622. 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 1,250kg 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 34622 if...
- you want one that is 345kg lighter empty
The lighter-rated sibling of the 34620, aimed at buyers who want a twin-axle flatbed's stability and easier reversing without needing the full 2500kg capacity.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Lider 34622?
The Lider 34622 is 345kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Lider 34622 is a a braked twin-axle flatbed trailer rated at 1500kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Lider 34622?
The Lider 34622. It is 345kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Lider 34622 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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