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Brian James Tipper vs Debon C255
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,570kg more and is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon C255 is 415kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 1,570kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 415kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Brian James Tipper is 80cm (2.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Brian James Tipper is 35cm (1ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Debon C255 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 1300kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 370kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 930kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 125cm |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 230cm (255cm to front curve) |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | 1 |
| Internal height | - | 155cm |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Debon C255. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
- you want one that carries 1,570kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 80cm (2.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 35cm (1ft) wider inside
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the C255 if...
- you want one that is 415kg lighter empty
The entry point into Debon's Roadster box van range, aimed at sole traders and market traders who want lockable, weatherproof storage behind a family car.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Debon C255?
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,570kg more and is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon C255 is 415kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Debon C255 is a a braked single-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Debon C255?
The Debon C255. It is 415kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Debon C255?
The Brian James Tipper, by 1,570kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Debon C255 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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