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Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 vs Brian James Connect Compact

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1,350kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135
Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 - image: Bckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes
Connect Compact
Brian James Connect Compact

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135Brian James Connect Compact
Gross weight1350kg2700kg
BrakesBraked (overrun)Braked
Payload1106kg-
Internal bed2515mm x 1300mm-
Axles1-

Sources: Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135, Brian James Connect Compact. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the TL-ALK 2513/135 if...

A single-axle box trailer that also tips, giving private and trade users a lightweight option for both general loads and loose materials. It fits within a car's braked towing limit for many vehicles.

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Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...

  • you want one that is rated 1,350kg heavier gross

Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 and the Brian James Connect Compact?

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 1,350kg heavier gross. The Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 is a small tipping low-loader box trailer; the Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed trailer.

Can I tow the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 or the Brian James Connect Compact 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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