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Brian James Tipper vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Brian James Tipper carries 2,030kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 505kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 2,030kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 505kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James Tipper is 38cm (1ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the Brian James Tipper is 66cm (2ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 280kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 470kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 1220mm |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 2440mm |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, M-Tec 8ft 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 2,030kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 38cm (1ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 66cm (2ft) longer 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 505kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Tipper carries 2,030kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 505kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 505kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Tipper, by 2,030kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the M-Tec 8ft 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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