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Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Brian James Tipper 2 carries 1,423kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 447kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper 2 carries 1,423kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 weighs 447kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Tipper 2 has a bed 60cm (2ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 338kg | 785kg to 1200kg |
| Payload | 412kg | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | 2100mm x 1250mm | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
| Axles | 1 | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
Sources: Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer, Brian James Tipper 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is 447kg lighter empty
A light tipping trailer aimed at gardeners and smallholders moving mowers, tools or loose garden waste, small enough to stay in the unbraked towing class. Its side-tip mechanism keeps the ramp door usable when tipped.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
- you want one that carries 1,423kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 60cm (2ft) longer
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 Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Tipper 2 carries 1,423kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 447kg lighter empty. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is a small unbraked tipping trailer; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer. It is 447kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper 2.
Which carries more, the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Tipper 2, by 1,423kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer 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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