Head to head
Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 vs Brian James General Plant
The Brian James General Plant is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,388kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 1,388kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James General Plant has a bed 1.08m (3.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 | Brian James General Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1205kg | 2593kg |
| Internal bed | 2515mm x 1500mm | 3.6m x 1.8m |
| Axles | 1 | Tri-axle (12in wheels) |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | - |
Sources: Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15, Brian James General Plant. 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 General Plant if...
- you want one that is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,388kg more
- you want one that has a bed 1.08m (3.5ft) longer
A tougher all-round plant trailer for contractors who need to move a range of machines - diggers, dumpers, rollers - rather than one specific type. The tri-axle chassis spreads load for towing at higher gross weight on public roads.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 and the Brian James General Plant?
The Brian James General Plant is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,388kg more. The Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 is a single-axle low-loader box trailer; the Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant.
Which carries more, the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 or the Brian James General Plant?
The Brian James General Plant, by 1,388kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 or the Brian James General Plant 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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