Head to head
Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 vs Brian James T Transporter
The Brian James T Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,325kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James T Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James T Transporter carries 1,325kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James T Transporter has a bed 2.48m (8ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 | Brian James T Transporter | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1205kg | 2530kg |
| Internal bed | 2515mm x 1500mm | 5.0m x 2.1m |
| Axles | 1 | Twin (12in steel rims) |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | - |
Sources: Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15, Brian James T Transporter. 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 T Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,325kg more
- you want one that has a bed 2.48m (8ft) longer
A mid-range open transporter for dealers and recovery firms who want a manual tilt-bed rather than the hydraulic-tilt Race Transporter range at a lower cost. Its 5.0m x 2.1m bed suits most single road cars and small vans.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- 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 T Transporter?
The Brian James T Transporter is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,325kg more. The Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 is a single-axle low-loader box trailer; the Brian James T Transporter is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a manual hydraulic tilt-bed.
Which carries more, the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 or the Brian James T Transporter?
The Brian James T Transporter, by 1,325kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 or the Brian James T Transporter 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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