Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Nugent T3118H
The Nugent T3118H is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Nugent T3118H is rated 750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Nugent T3118H | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 3,500kg |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | Braked, twin axle |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | - |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| External body | - | Approximately 3.1m x 1.8m (10ft 2in x 5ft 11in) |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Nugent T3118H. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
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 T3118H if...
- you want one that is rated 750kg heavier gross
A heavy-duty tipper aimed at agricultural and construction users, with reinforced sides and Nugent Dual Drive suspension. It competes directly with the Ifor Williams TT range and is usually cross-shopped against it on specification and lead time rather than on price alone.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Nugent T3118H?
The Nugent T3118H is rated 750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Nugent T3118H is a tipping trailer, twin axle.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Nugent T3118H 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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