Head to head
Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 630kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper 2 carries 630kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Tipper 2 has a bed 19cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1500kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Payload | 1205kg | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | 2515mm x 1500mm | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
| Axles | 1 | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 785kg to 1200kg |
Sources: Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15, Brian James Tipper 2. 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 Tipper 2 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 630kg more
- you want one that has a bed 19cm longer
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 1.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 630kg more. The Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 is a single-axle low-loader box trailer; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Which carries more, the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Tipper 2, by 630kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 or the Brian James Tipper 2 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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