Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Nugent P2813S
The Nugent P2813S is 135kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 50kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 135kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 50kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Nugent P2813S | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 2,700kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 580kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | 2.792m x 1.348m |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Nugent P2813S. 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 50kg 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 P2813S if...
- you want one that is 135kg lighter empty
A compact, low-loading plant trailer sized around a mini excavator. The bed is deliberately short, which is the point: it suits a 1.5 to 2 tonne machine and keeps the whole outfit towable rather than chasing capacity it does not need.
Full P2813S specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 27-16 Transporter and the Nugent P2813S?
The Nugent P2813S is 135kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 50kg heavier gross. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; the Nugent P2813S is a plant trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Nugent P2813S?
The Nugent P2813S. It is 135kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter or the Nugent P2813S 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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