Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15
The Bateson 35MD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,570kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 1,570kg more.
- Internal bed: the Bateson 35MD has a bed 52cm (1.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1500kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 1205kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | 2515mm x 1500mm |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | - |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Braked (overrun) |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35MD if...
- you want one that is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,570kg more
- you want one that has a bed 52cm (1.5ft) longer
A plant trailer sized for a mini digger or small excavator, with a gas-assisted full-width ramp door for driving machines straight on and off. It is aimed at groundworkers and plant hire companies rather than general haulage.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the TL-AL 2515/15 if...
A mid-weight single-axle trailer in the TL-AL family, wider than the smallest models for bulkier loads while staying within a 1.5 tonne gross weight. It suits tradespeople and private users who outgrew a 750kg trailer.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15?
The Bateson 35MD is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,570kg more. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 is a single-axle low-loader box trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15?
The Bateson 35MD, by 1,570kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD or the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 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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