Head to head
Bockmann KT-PB-AL 3015/27 M F vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 930kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 930kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann KT-PB-AL 3015/27 M F | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2045kg | 2975kg |
| Internal length | 3255mm | - |
| Internal width | 1515mm | - |
| Internal height | 2093mm | - |
| Axles | 2 | - |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 525kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Bockmann KT-PB-AL 3015/27 M F, Ifor Williams LM85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KT-PB-AL 3015/27 M F if...
A low-loading, fully enclosed box trailer aimed at tradespeople who need to carry tools, motorbikes or equipment securely and out of the weather. The low load height makes wheeling heavy items in and out easier than a high-sided box.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 930kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann KT-PB-AL 3015/27 M F and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 930kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Bockmann KT-PB-AL 3015/27 M F is a low-loader box trailer with aluminium body and polyester front; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which carries more, the Bockmann KT-PB-AL 3015/27 M F or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 930kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann KT-PB-AL 3015/27 M F or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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