Head to head
Bockmann VA 3520/35 P vs Ifor Williams General Duty
The Bockmann VA 3520/35 P is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.71m (5.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann VA 3520/35 P is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Bockmann VA 3520/35 P is 1.71m (5.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Bockmann VA 3520/35 P is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann VA 3520/35 P | Ifor Williams General Duty | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model |
| Internal length | 3545mm | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) |
| Internal width | 2000mm | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) |
| Payload | 2264kg | - |
| Internal height | 2090mm | - |
| Axles | - | Single or twin axle |
Sources: Bockmann VA 3520/35 P, Ifor Williams General Duty. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the VA 3520/35 P if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.71m (5.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 77cm (2.5ft) wider inside
A mid-size livestock trailer from Bockmann's cattle range, sized for moving a handful of cattle or similar stock at once. It suits smaller livestock farms that do not need the largest 8.6m2 body.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
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 VA 3520/35 P and the Ifor Williams General Duty?
The Bockmann VA 3520/35 P is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.71m (5.5ft) longer inside. The Bockmann VA 3520/35 P is a 6.6m2 cattle trailer; the Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range.
Can I tow the Bockmann VA 3520/35 P 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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