Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Erde 102
The Erde 102 is 730kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper carries 2,255kg more and is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 730kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 2,255kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Brian James Tipper is 2.04m (6.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Brian James Tipper is 75cm (2.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 55kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 245kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 0.85m / 2'9" |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Erde 102. 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 2,255kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 2.04m (6.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 75cm (2.5ft) 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 102 if...
- you want one that is 730kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Full 102 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Erde 102?
The Erde 102 is 730kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper carries 2,255kg more and is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Erde 102?
The Erde 102. It is 730kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Erde 102?
The Brian James Tipper, by 2,255kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Erde 102 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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