Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 165kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is 8cm wider inside and is 5cm longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 165kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James Tipper is 8cm wider inside.
- Internal length: the Brian James Tipper is 5cm longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 620kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 2080kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 1524mm |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 3048mm |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | Twin |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin 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 is 8cm wider inside
- you want one that is 5cm 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
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 165kg lighter empty
The longest of M-Tec's standard twin-axle box trailers, aimed at contractors and farmers hauling longer loads such as fencing materials, machinery or multiple pallets in one trip.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is 165kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is 8cm wider inside and is 5cm longer inside. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 10ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 165kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the M-Tec 10ft x 5ft Twin 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.
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.