Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Fautras Oblic+2
The Brian James Tipper 2 is 195kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Fautras Oblic+2 weighs 195kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Fautras Oblic+2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 2,000-3,000kg (chassis dependent) |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 980kg |
| 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) | - |
| Interior length | - | 3.45m |
| Interior width | - | 1.80m |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Fautras Oblic+2. 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 Oblic+2 if...
A two-horse trailer that loads horses at a diagonal rather than straight ahead, giving nervous travellers more room to brace. It is hired by owners moving horses that struggle in conventional straight-loading boxes; UK ads sometimes list it under Cheval Liberte, the dealer that distributes it, rather than its actual French maker Fautras.
Full Oblic+2 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Fautras Oblic+2?
The Brian James Tipper 2 is 195kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the Fautras Oblic+2 is a diagonal-loading two-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Fautras Oblic+2?
The Brian James Tipper 2. It is 195kg lighter empty than the Fautras Oblic+2.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Fautras Oblic+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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