Head to head
Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 vs Brian James A Transporter (A4)
The Brian James A Transporter (A4) is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A Transporter (A4) is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 | Brian James A Transporter (A4) | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1500kg | 2,000kg to 3,000kg depending on variant |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | Braked, tandem axle |
| Payload | 1205kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2515mm x 1500mm | - |
| Axles | 1 | - |
| Bed | - | 3.7m x 1.8m up to 5.0m x 2.0m depending on variant |
Sources: Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15, Brian James A Transporter (A4). Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the A Transporter (A4) if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
One of the most common car trailers in Britain, bought by trade and private owners for moving road cars, project cars and small vans. The reason it sells is the spread of bed length and gross weight combinations, which lets you match the trailer to the tow car rather than the other way round.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 and the Brian James A Transporter (A4)?
The Brian James A Transporter (A4) is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 is a single-axle low-loader box trailer; the Brian James A Transporter (A4) is a open flatbed car transporter, twin axle.
Can I tow the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 or the Brian James A Transporter (A4) 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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