Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 687kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper carries 1,998kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 687kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 1,998kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Brian James Tipper is 1.66m (5.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Brian James Tipper is 61cm (2ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 98kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 502kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 0.99m |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 1.44m |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Erde 143. 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 1,998kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.66m (5.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 61cm (2ft) 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 143 if...
- you want one that is 687kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 687kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper carries 1,998kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 687kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Erde 143?
The Brian James Tipper, by 1,998kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Erde 143 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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