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Brian James Tipper vs M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,990kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 545kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 1,990kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 545kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Brian James Tipper is 1.28m (4ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Brian James Tipper is 38cm (1ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 240kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 510kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 1220mm |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 1820mm |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 1,990kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.28m (4ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 38cm (1ft) 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 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 545kg lighter empty
An entry-level box trailer for tradespeople and gardeners moving small loads of tools, waste or turf, light enough to tow on a car licence without a trailer test. Its 750kg gross weight keeps it under the unbraked trailer limit.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,990kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 545kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 6ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 545kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Tipper, by 1,990kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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