Head to head
Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F vs Brian James Connect Compact
The Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F is a tandem-axle high-bed platform trailer. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F | Brian James Connect Compact | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2700kg |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | Braked |
| Payload | 2263kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3060mm x 1650mm | - |
| Axles | 2 | - |
Sources: Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F, Brian James Connect Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HL-AL 3016/27 F if...
A tandem-axle flatbed for construction and trade use, carrying machinery or bulky loads on a low-sided aluminium platform. It suits builders and plant hire firms needing a general-purpose site trailer rather than an enclosed box.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...
Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F and the Brian James Connect Compact?
The Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F is a tandem-axle high-bed platform trailer; the Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.
Can I tow the Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F or the Brian James Connect Compact 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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