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Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 vs Ifor Williams HB506

The Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15
Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 - image: Bckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes
Ifor Williams HB506
Ifor Williams HB506 - image: Norfolk Trailers

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15Ifor Williams HB506
Gross weight1500kg2,600kg
BrakesBraked (overrun)Braked
Payload1205kg-
Internal bed2515mm x 1500mm-
Axles1-
Unladen weight-920kg
Internal length-3.16m
Internal width-1.67m

Sources: Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15, Ifor Williams HB506. 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.

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Full TL-AL 2515/15 specifications →

Buy or hire the HB506 if...

  • you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross

The mainstream two-horse trailer in Britain, used by private owners and small yards. Its comparatively low unladen weight for the class is the practical point: it widens the range of 4x4s and large SUVs that can legally and comfortably tow it.

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Full HB506 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 and the Ifor Williams HB506?

The Ifor Williams HB506 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 is a single-axle low-loader box trailer; the Ifor Williams HB506 is a two-horse trailer, twin axle.

Can I tow the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 or the Ifor Williams HB506 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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