Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 185kg lighter empty and carries 265kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 weighs 185kg more empty.
- Payload: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 265kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 600kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 2100kg |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | Twin |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1524mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
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 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 185kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 265kg more
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
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 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 185kg lighter empty and carries 265kg more. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 185kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer, by 265kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle 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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