Head to head
Brenderup 1150 vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brenderup 1150 | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 600kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Load | 500kg | - |
| Internal dimensions | 144x94x35 cm | - |
| External dimensions | 239x137x84 cm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 785kg to 1200kg |
| Payload | - | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
| Axles | - | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
Sources: Brenderup 1150, Brian James Tipper 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 1150 if...
Brenderup 1150, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. General purpose trailers are the everyday choice for garden waste, tip runs, DIY materials and moving house.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
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 Brenderup 1150 and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Brenderup 1150 is a general purpose trailer; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Can I tow the Brenderup 1150 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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