Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Woodford GP Single Axle Box
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Woodford GP Single Axle Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 750kg (unbraked) |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | - |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Tyres | - | 500x10 6-ply |
| Internal width | - | 1,455mm |
| Load bed length | - | 2,100mm to 2,710mm depending on size |
| Floor | - | 12mm phenolic-coated birchwood |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Woodford GP Single Axle Box. 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 tonnes 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 GP Single Axle Box if...
A small, lidded box trailer bought by tradespeople and households for tools, tip runs and light loads that need weather protection. Its 750kg unbraked rating means almost any car with a towbar can pull it.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Woodford GP Single Axle Box?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Woodford GP Single Axle Box is a small single axle box trailer range.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Woodford GP Single Axle Box 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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