Head to head
Bockmann KK 3018/27 vs Brian James Tipper
The Bockmann KK 3018/27 is 22cm wider inside. The Brian James Tipper is 13cm longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal width: the Bockmann KK 3018/27 is 22cm wider inside.
- Internal length: the Brian James Tipper is 13cm longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann KK 3018/27 | Brian James Tipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2700kg / 3500kg |
| Payload | 1886kg | up to 2500kg |
| Internal length | 2970mm | 3.1m to 4.0m |
| Internal width | 1820mm | 1.6m / 2.0m |
| Axles | 2 | Twin or Tri |
| Brakes | Braked (overrun) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | from 785kg |
Sources: Bockmann KK 3018/27, Brian James Tipper. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the KK 3018/27 if...
- you want one that is 22cm wider inside
An insulated, temperature-controlled box trailer for moving chilled or frozen goods, used by caterers, market traders and small food businesses. Its own cooling unit lets it hold a set temperature independent of the tow vehicle.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
- you want one that is 13cm longer inside
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bockmann KK 3018/27 and the Brian James Tipper?
The Bockmann KK 3018/27 is 22cm wider inside. The Brian James Tipper is 13cm longer inside. The Bockmann KK 3018/27 is a refrigerated box trailer; the Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Can I tow the Bockmann KK 3018/27 or the Brian James Tipper 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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