Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Debon Roadster C500
The Debon Roadster C500 is 160kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 160kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Debon Roadster C500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 625kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | - |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,130mm x 1,640mm x 2,010mm |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Debon Roadster C500. 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 is rated 100kg 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 Roadster C500 if...
- you want one that is 160kg lighter empty
A popular enclosed box trailer with market traders, mobile caterers and tradespeople who need secure, weatherproof storage in transit. The side-opening hatch version is the one most buyers want, because it allows quick access without swinging the rear doors open.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Debon Roadster C500?
The Debon Roadster C500 is 160kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Debon Roadster C500 is a enclosed box van trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Debon Roadster C500?
The Debon Roadster C500. It is 160kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Debon Roadster C500 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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