Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs HM Trailers DC20
The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials. The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | HM Trailers DC20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | Twin or Tri | 2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels |
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | - |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | - |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | - |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Capacity | - | 12 cubic metres |
| Body length | - | 5200mm (17ft) |
| Width | - | 2550mm (8ft 4in) |
| Overall length | - | 7284mm (23ft) |
| Max tipped height | - | 6210mm (20ft 4in) |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, HM Trailers DC20. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
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
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the DC20 if...
A dump trailer for hauling muck, aggregate or waste on a construction site, built to tip clear over a high-sided skip or wagon. Its round-axle running gear and reinforced chassis suit off-road site use rather than road haulage.
Listed by
- H M Trailers - Ongar, Fyfield
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the HM Trailers DC20?
The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.