Head to head
Graham Edwards GP85DB vs Tickners CP53
The Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,810kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 290kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,810kg more.
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards GP85DB is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards GP85DB weighs 290kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards GP85DB | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 425kg | 135kg |
| Payload | 2175kg | 365kg |
| Axles | Tandem | 1 |
| Brakes | Braked | Unbraked |
| Internal bed | 8'2" x 5' | - |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal width | - | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
Sources: Graham Edwards GP85DB, Tickners CP53. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GP85DB if...
- you want one that carries 1,810kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
A farm and smallholder trailer for loose or bagged loads, bales or livestock kit, built to Graham Edwards' tandem-axle braked general-purpose spec rather than the lighter single-axle unbraked version.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Buy or hire the CP53 if...
- you want one that is 290kg lighter empty
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Graham Edwards GP85DB and the Tickners CP53?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB carries 1,810kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 290kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards GP85DB is a a tandem-axle braked general-purpose dropside trailer; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which is lighter, the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53. It is 290kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards GP85DB.
Which carries more, the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Tickners CP53?
The Graham Edwards GP85DB, by 1,810kg.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Tickners CP53 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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