Head to head
Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F carries 428kg more and has a bed 36cm (1ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F carries 428kg more.
- Internal bed: the Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F has a bed 36cm (1ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Payload | 2263kg | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | 3060mm x 1650mm | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
| Axles | 2 | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 785kg to 1200kg |
Sources: Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F, Brian James Tipper 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HL-AL 3016/27 F if...
- you want one that carries 428kg more
- you want one that has a bed 36cm (1ft) longer
A tandem-axle flatbed for construction and trade use, carrying machinery or bulky loads on a low-sided aluminium platform. It suits builders and plant hire firms needing a general-purpose site trailer rather than an enclosed box.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F carries 428kg more and has a bed 36cm (1ft) longer. The Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F is a tandem-axle high-bed platform trailer; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Which carries more, the Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F, by 428kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann HL-AL 3016/27 F or the Brian James Tipper 2 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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