Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Lider 39400E
The Lider 39400E is 700kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.37m (4.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 700kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Brian James Tipper is 1.37m (4.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Brian James Tipper is 45cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Lider 39400E | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 85kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 115cm |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 173cm |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | 1 |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | - |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Lider 39400E. 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 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.37m (4.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 45cm (1.5ft) 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
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the 39400E if...
- you want one that is 700kg lighter empty
The lightest motorcycle trailer in the Lider range, aimed at owners of smaller bikes who want the least weight to tow and store.
Full 39400E specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E is 700kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.37m (4.5ft) longer inside. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Lider 39400E is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle, lighter than the 29420/39401..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E. It is 700kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Lider 39400E 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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