Head to head
Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,770kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 has a bed 8cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,770kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 has a bed 8cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 1205kg | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | 2515mm x 1500mm | 2.44m x 1.52m |
| Axles | 1 | - |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 525kg |
Sources: Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15, Ifor Williams LM85. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TL-AL 2515/15 if...
- you want one that has a bed 8cm longer
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 LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 1,770kg more
- you want one that is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 1,770kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 has a bed 8cm longer. The Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 is a single-axle low-loader box trailer; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which carries more, the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 1,770kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann TL-AL 2515/15 or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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