Head to head
Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS is rated 30kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS is rated 30kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2730kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Axles | Twin | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 785kg to 1200kg |
| Payload | - | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
Sources: Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS, Brian James Tipper 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BT-ST 3016/35 AS if...
- you want one that is rated 30kg heavier gross
Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Plant trailers are the working end of groundworks: contractors and hire firms use them to move mini diggers, dumpers and rollers between sites.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS is rated 30kg heavier gross. The Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS is a plant trailer; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Can I tow the Bockmann BT-ST 3016/35 AS or the Brian James Tipper 2 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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