Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Ifor Williams CT136
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,350kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams CT136 is 315kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,350kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 315kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Ifor Williams CT136 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 1,400kg single axle / 2,000kg twin axle / 2,600kg CT136HD |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 400kg single axle / 495kg twin axle |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | 4.00m x 1.84m |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Ifor Williams CT136. 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 1,350kg 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 CT136 if...
- you want one that is 315kg lighter empty
The accessible end of car transport, for towing a road car, a track-day car or a small classic. Motorsport and classic-car owners tend toward the twin-axle and HD versions for the higher gross weight and the tie-down provision.
Full CT136 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Ifor Williams CT136?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 1,350kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams CT136 is 315kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Ifor Williams CT136 is a flatbed car transporter, single or twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams CT136?
The Ifor Williams CT136. It is 315kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Ifor Williams CT136 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.