Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Brian James Tipper
The Bateson 26MD is 285kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 285kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Brian James Tipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 2700kg / 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | from 785kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | up to 2500kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Internal width | - | 1.6m / 2.0m |
| Internal length | - | 3.1m to 4.0m |
| Axles | - | Twin or Tri |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Brian James Tipper. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 26MD if...
- you want one that is 285kg lighter empty
A compact plant trailer built to carry a 1.5 to 2 tonne mini excavator plus buckets and attachments. It is a common sight behind pickups on groundworks and landscaping jobs, sized to stay within an unbraked or standard car licence towing limit.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
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 Bateson 26MD and the Brian James Tipper?
The Bateson 26MD is 285kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; the Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 26MD or the Brian James Tipper?
The Bateson 26MD. It is 285kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD 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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