Head to head
Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P carries 490kg more and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 has a bed 14cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P carries 490kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P is rated 300kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Tipper 2 has a bed 14cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Payload | 2325kg | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | 2560mm x 1650mm | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
| Axles | 2 | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 785kg to 1200kg |
Sources: Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P, Brian James Tipper 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the DK-AL 2516/30 P if...
- you want one that carries 490kg more
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
A three-way tipping trailer with an electro-hydraulic ram, aimed at farmers, groundworkers and landscapers moving loose materials like muck, aggregate or spoil. The three-way tip lets it discharge to either side or the rear.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
- you want one that has a bed 14cm longer
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 DK-AL 2516/30 P and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P carries 490kg more and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 has a bed 14cm longer. The Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P is a three-way hydraulic tipper trailer; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Which carries more, the Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P, by 490kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann DK-AL 2516/30 P 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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