Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 687kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,333kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 weighs 687kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper 2 carries 1,333kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 98kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 502kg |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | - |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Erde 143. 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 rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,333kg more
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 143 if...
- you want one that is 687kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 687kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,333kg more. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 687kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Erde 143?
The Brian James Tipper 2, by 1,333kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Erde 143 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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