Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Race Box 610
The Race Box 610 is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Race Box 610 is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Race Box 610 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 3,000kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | - |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Bed size | - | 4.50m x 1.95m |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Race Box 610. 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.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the 610 if...
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
An enclosed twin axle box trailer used to carry tools, motorsport equipment or goods securely and out of the weather. Its 3,000kg rating covers a loaded box without needing a heavier commercial trailer.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Race Box 610?
The Race Box 610 is rated 250kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Race Box 610 is a twin axle enclosed box trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Race Box 610 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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