A tipper trailer has a hydraulic or manual tipping mechanism that allows the bed to raise and dump loose loads, such as soil, gravel, mulch, or green waste. They save a lot of time and effort compared to unloading by hand. See also our Manual Tilt and Flat Top Trailers for related options.
Tipper trailers are great for soil, sand, gravel, mulch, bark, green waste, and demolition materials. They’re used widely in landscaping, construction, farming, and general property maintenance.
A hydraulic tipper uses an electric or hydraulic pump to lift the tray, making it much easier for heavier loads. A manual tilt trailer requires physical effort or a hand-operated mechanism. For frequent or heavier tipping jobs, hydraulic is the better option. See our Manual Tilt page for more detail.
That depends on the model. Each tipper trailer on our site lists its GVM and payload rating. Capacities range from lighter single-axle models to heavier tandem setups suitable for larger loads.
A standard car licence covers most trailer setups, but heavier configurations may require a light rigid or medium rigid licence depending on the combined GVM. Check with your state transport authority for the specifics.
