Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Brian James Tipper 2 is 465kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 415kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 465kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 415kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 2250kg |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Internal width | - | 1850mm |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 465kg 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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 415kg more
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Brian James Tipper 2 is 465kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 415kg more. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Brian James Tipper 2. It is 465kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 415kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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