Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Brian James Tipper
The Bateson 35MD is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 275kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 275kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 60kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Brian James Tipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg / 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | from 785kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | up to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Internal width | - | 1.6m / 2.0m |
| Internal length | - | 3.1m to 4.0m |
| Axles | - | Twin or Tri |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Brian James Tipper. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35MD if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 275kg more
- you want one that is 60kg lighter empty
A plant trailer sized for a mini digger or small excavator, with a gas-assisted full-width ramp door for driving machines straight on and off. It is aimed at groundworkers and plant hire companies rather than general haulage.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
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
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35MD and the Brian James Tipper?
The Bateson 35MD is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 275kg more. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant trailer; the Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Brian James Tipper?
The Bateson 35MD. It is 60kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Brian James Tipper?
The Bateson 35MD, by 275kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD 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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