Danish-built Variant tipper trailers from 1,350kg to 3,500kg ATM, certified and ready to tow from our Erina yard on the Central Coast. Every trailer runs ADR-approved mechanical overrun brakes — no electric brake controller needed — so any 3,500kg-rated ute or 4WD can hook up and go. Inspect in person at 2 Aston Road, Erina, or we deliver to Sydney, Newcastle, Wollongong and Canberra.
RVSA Federally Approved · Licensed NSW Motor Dealer MD 058440 · Supplying commercial, government & trade fleets · 600,000+ Variant trailers sold worldwide
Why NSW tradies and fleets choose these tippers
Most tipper trailers sold in NSW are painted or galvanised steel with electric brakes. They’re cheaper up front — here’s exactly what you get for the difference:
- No brake controller, ever. Over 2,000kg ATM, NSW law requires braking on every wheel. Steel tippers use electric brakes, which means fitting a $300–$700 controller in every vehicle that tows the trailer. The Knott mechanical overrun system is fully ADR-approved with an emergency breakaway cable — any rated vehicle in your fleet can tow it today. For hire fleets, farms and multi-vehicle businesses, this is the whole point.
- More payload per kilo of ATM. Aluminium sides and Danish engineering keep the empty weight down. The 3517 TB weighs just 900kg empty and legally carries about 2,555kg — on the same 3,500kg limit where a comparable caged steel tipper, carrying 1,100–1,250kg of its own weight, leaves you 2,250–2,400kg. Every extra kilo is a kilo of soil or gravel you’re not making a second trip for.
- It’s also a flatbed. All four sides and corner posts remove in minutes. One trailer, two jobs.
- Tips where steel can’t. Three-way models tip rear and both sides (47°) — roadside work, tunnels, trackside, tight access.
- Built for the coast. Hot-dip galvanised chassis and aluminium panels. Salt air on the Central Coast and around Newcastle rusts out painted steel tippers; these don’t.
- Remote and app tipping as standard. Electric hydraulic pump, wireless remote, phone app, built-in battery and charger, manual backup. Included, not an add-on.
Honest comparison: Variant vs a typical NSW steel tipper
| Typical 10×6 steel tipper (NSW market) | Variant 3519 TB (closest size) | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $9,500 – $14,000 | $19,226 |
| ATM | 3,500kg | 3,500kg |
| Empty weight (tare) | ~1,050 – 1,250kg | 1,020kg |
| Payload | ~2,250 – 2,450kg | ~2,480kg |
| Brakes | Electric — controller needed in every tow vehicle | Knott overrun — tow with any rated vehicle |
| Body | Painted/gal steel, fixed sides | Galvanised chassis, removable aluminium sides |
| Converts to flatbed | No | Yes |
| Tipping | Rear only | Rear (45°) or 3-way (47° sides) |
| Corrosion | Paint chips → rust, especially coastal | Galvanised + aluminium |
Yes — it costs more up front. What you’re buying is fleet flexibility (no controllers), roughly 100–200kg more payload every load, a trailer that’s also a flatbed, and a body that holds its value instead of rusting. For a business doing daily loads, the payback maths is straightforward — call and we’ll run it with you.
Pick your tipper
Under $12,500 — small farms, acreage, city jobs: 1315 T2 ($11,081, 1,350kg ATM, tows behind most family SUVs); 1815 T2 ($11,375, 1,800kg ATM, the everyday workhorse).
$12,500–$16,500 — trade & landscaping: 2015 T2 ($12,567); 2715 T2 ($12,864, tandem); 2717 T3 ($14,355, bigger box); 3017 TB ($16,143, 3-way).
$17,500+ — maximum payload & machinery: 3517 TB ($17,632, ~2,555kg payload — the payload king); 3519 TB ($19,226, 3-way); 3521 TB ($20,820, huge box); 3321 TB ($22,009, tri-axle 3-way); MT Machine Tippers ($17,877–$21,010, load and dump mini excavators and skid steers).
Every model: RVSA approved, galvanised chassis, remote hydraulic tipping, removable sides, breakaway cable. Trailer Load Calculator
Inspect, buy and take delivery in NSW
Central Coast (Erina): the yard at 2 Aston Road, Erina 2250 — every trailer certified on site, come and tip one. Sydney: about 75 minutes down the M1, regular delivery runs. Newcastle & Hunter: about 45 minutes north — fleet, farm and vineyard customers. Wollongong, Canberra & regional NSW: scheduled delivery — ask for a delivered price. Buying from a licensed NSW motor dealer (MD 058440) keeps registration straightforward: RVSA-approved and compliance-plated, no engineering certificates, no grey-import issues.
FAQs
Do I need an electric brake controller to tow these tipper trailers in NSW?
No. All models use ADR-approved Knott mechanical overrun brakes with an emergency breakaway cable. Any vehicle rated to tow the trailer’s ATM can tow it — no controller, no wiring, no swapping between fleet vehicles.
What can my vehicle legally tow?
Match the trailer’s ATM to your vehicle’s braked towing capacity. The 1315 T2 (1,350kg ATM) suits most SUVs; 3,500kg models need a ute or 4WD rated to 3,500kg. Call us with your vehicle details and we’ll confirm.
How much does delivery to Sydney or Newcastle cost?
Delivery is quoted by destination and scheduled on regular runs from Erina — 75 minutes from Sydney, 45 from Newcastle. Many customers collect in person. Ask for a delivered price when you enquire.
Why do these cost more than steel tipper trailers?
Aluminium bodies, hot-dip galvanising, overrun braking and Danish manufacturing deliver 100–200kg more payload per load, no brake controllers across a fleet, corrosion resistance, flatbed conversion and stronger resale. For daily commercial use the total cost of ownership is typically lower.
Are they registrable in NSW?
Yes. Every trailer is RVSA federally approved and compliance plated, sold by a licensed NSW motor dealer (MD 058440). Registration is the standard NSW process — no engineering certificate required.
What’s the difference between 1-way and 3-way tipping?
1-way tips to the rear (45° minimum). 3-way tips rear and both sides (47°) — essential for roadside work, tight access, tunnels and trackside jobs.
