Head to head
Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 50kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 50kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1350kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Axles | 1 | Single or twin axle |
| Payload | 1106kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2515mm x 1300mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | - | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
Sources: Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135, Ifor Williams General Duty. 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.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
- you want one that is rated 50kg heavier gross
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 50kg heavier gross. The Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 is a small tipping low-loader box trailer; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Bockmann TL-ALK 2513/135 or the Ifor Williams General Duty 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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