Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Sun Way Galaxy TBS75
The Sun Way Galaxy TBS75 is 595kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,275kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 weighs 595kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper 2 carries 1,275kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Sun Way Galaxy TBS75 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 190kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 560kg |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | - |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | - |
| Overall length | - | 5.99m |
| Overall width | - | 1.83m |
| Rollers | - | 20 non-marking rollers plus 1 keel roller, winch and break-back facility |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Sun Way Galaxy TBS75. 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 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,275kg 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 Galaxy TBS75 if...
- you want one that is 595kg lighter empty
A French-built boat trailer for owners of small motorboats who need to launch and recover from a slipway themselves. The break-back facility and roller bed make it easier to float the boat on and off without a tow vehicle in the water.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Sun Way Galaxy TBS75?
The Sun Way Galaxy TBS75 is 595kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,275kg more. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the Sun Way Galaxy TBS75 is a single-axle road trailer for launching and recovering small motorboats.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Sun Way Galaxy TBS75?
The Sun Way Galaxy TBS75. It is 595kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Sun Way Galaxy TBS75?
The Brian James Tipper 2, by 1,275kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Sun Way Galaxy TBS75 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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