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Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Maypole MP6819

The Maypole MP6819 is 595kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,251kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bateson 27-16 Transporter
Bateson 27-16 Transporter - image: batesontrailers.com
Maypole MP6819
Maypole MP6819 - image: maypoleltd.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bateson 27-16 TransporterMaypole MP6819
Gross weight2,750kg499kg
Unladen weight715kg120kg
Bed4,860mm x 1,870mm-
BrakesBraked, auto-reversing over-run-
Payload-379kg
Internal length-186cm
Internal width-116cm
Internal height-32cm

Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Maypole MP6819. 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 2,251kg 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 MP6819 if...

  • you want one that is 595kg lighter empty

The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.

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Full MP6819 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Maypole MP6819?

The Maypole MP6819 is 595kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,251kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Maypole MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..

Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Maypole MP6819?

The Maypole MP6819. It is 595kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.

Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Maypole MP6819 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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