Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Debon Cargo 1300
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,680kg more and is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon Cargo 1300 is 305kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 1,680kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 305kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Debon Cargo 1300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 1300kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 480kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 820kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Debon Cargo 1300. 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 1,680kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross
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 Cargo 1300 if...
- you want one that is 305kg lighter empty
A lightweight cargo box aimed at buyers wanting simple, secure storage for tools or stock without the extra features of the C-series.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,680kg more and is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Debon Cargo 1300 is 305kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Debon Cargo 1300 is a a single-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Debon Cargo 1300. It is 305kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Debon Cargo 1300?
The Brian James Tipper, by 1,680kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Debon Cargo 1300 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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