Head to head
Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,150kg heavier gross and has a bed 2.48m (8ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,150kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer has a bed 2.48m (8ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1350kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | 2515mm x 1300mm |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | 1 |
| Payload | - | 1106kg |
| Brakes | - | Braked (overrun) |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 2,150kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 2.48m (8ft) longer
A large flatbed trailer for carrying machinery, building materials or vehicles, with the bed width and length expandable to suit the load. It is bought mainly by contractors and plant hire firms needing a 3.5 tonne platform.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the TL-ALK 2513/135 if...
A single-axle box trailer that also tips, giving private and trade users a lightweight option for both general loads and loose materials. It fits within a car's braked towing limit for many vehicles.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,150kg heavier gross and has a bed 2.48m (8ft) longer. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 is a small tipping low-loader box trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer or the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 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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