Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ
The Brian James Tipper 2 is 195kg lighter empty. The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 300kg heavier gross and carries 185kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ weighs 195kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 300kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ carries 185kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 3,000kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 980kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 2,020kg |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | - |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | - |
| Overall dimensions | - | 7.15m x 2.48m x 2.40m |
| Bed length | - | 4.88m |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
- you want one that is 195kg lighter empty
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
Buy or hire the Velocity iQ if...
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 185kg more
An enclosed trailer that keeps a car dry and out of sight in transit, built on Eco-Trailer's own chassis. Motorsport teams and car traders hire it to move a vehicle without exposing it to weather or attention on the road.
Listed by
- OK Racing Trailer Hire - Hertfordshire
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ?
The Brian James Tipper 2 is 195kg lighter empty. The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is rated 300kg heavier gross and carries 185kg more. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ is a enclosed car transporter trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ?
The Brian James Tipper 2. It is 195kg lighter empty than the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ?
The Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ, by 185kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Eco-Trailer Velocity iQ 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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