Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Tickners CP53
The Tickners CP53 is 650kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,470kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 weighs 650kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper 2 carries 1,470kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 135kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 365kg |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | 1 |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal width | - | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Tickners CP53. 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 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,470kg 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 CP53 if...
- you want one that is 650kg lighter empty
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53 is 650kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,470kg more. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53. It is 650kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James Tipper 2, by 1,470kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Tickners CP53 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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