Tipper & Grabs
Tippers & Tipper Grabs: Specialist Vehicle Hire from Dawsongroup
When it comes to construction, waste management, highway maintenance, utilities, and municipal services, having the right specialist vehicle can make all the difference to productivity, safety, and cost efficiency. At Dawsongroup, we supply and maintain a fleet of tippers and tipper grabs for short- and long-term contract hire, ensuring our customers have access to the most reliable, high-performance vehicles in the industry — supported by our nationwide reputation for exceptional service.
We also offer a selection of high-quality, ex-fleet tipper grabs for sale, giving businesses access to well-maintained specialist trucks at competitive prices.
What is a Tipper?
A tipper truck (also called a dump truck) is designed to carry and unload bulk materials such as sand, gravel, soil, or construction waste. Its hydraulic tipping body allows the load to be discharged quickly and safely, making it ideal for fast turnaround on site.
What is a Tipper Grab?
A tipper grab combines the load-carrying capacity of a tipper with a hydraulic grab arm, allowing operators to load materials directly without separate lifting equipment. This makes it perfect for:
- Removing construction rubble and soil
- Clearing bulk waste from roadside works
- Loading aggregates for delivery
- Collecting and moving heavy, awkward loads
By reducing the need for separate machinery, tipper grabs improve efficiency and save costs on site.
Our Specialist Fleet
At Dawsongroup, we’ve carefully selected our vehicles for performance, durability, and ease of operation. Two of our most popular specialist models are:
32t Tipper Grabs from Thompsons
We choose Thompsons for our 32-tonne tipper grabs because they are built for strength, reliability, and heavy-duty use in the toughest environments. Thompsons bodies are known for:
- Exceptional build quality – hard-wearing steel construction designed for maximum payload and longevity.
- Operator efficiency – well-designed controls and grab systems that save time on site.
- Versatility – equally capable in construction, utilities, and bulk waste clearance.
Our 32t Thompsons tipper grabs are available for both short-term and long-term contract hire, with full Dawsongroup maintenance support included.
Brit Tipp 7.5t Caged Tippers with Bin Lift
For municipal waste collection, landscaping, and light construction work, our 7.5-tonne Brit Tipp caged tippers with integrated bin lift are the perfect choice.
Key benefits include:
- Secure caged body for transporting bulky waste and green materials.
- Bin lift system for easy handling of wheeled bins.
- Compact size for access in urban environments without sacrificing capacity.
Brit Tipp vehicles are engineered for practicality and reliability, making them ideal for councils, contractors, and facilities management teams.
Why Choose Dawsongroup?
- Flexible hire options – short or long term to suit your project needs.
- Nationwide support – keep your fleet running with our expert maintenance and service network.
- Quality ex-fleet sales – fully maintained, ready-to-work specialist vehicles available for purchase.
- Proven industry experience – trusted by businesses across construction, waste, highways, utilities, and municipal sectors.
Ready to Hire or Buy?
Whether you need a heavy-duty 32t tipper grab for large-scale works or a versatile 7.5t caged tipper for urban waste management, Dawsongroup has the vehicle for the job.
Contact our team today to discuss your requirements and find the right specialist vehicle for your business. You can also visit our tipper grab hire page for more information and our tipper grabs for sale page too.
FAQ – Tippers & Tipper Grabs
What is the difference between a tipper and a tipper grab?
A tipper is a truck with a hydraulic body that tips to unload bulk materials, while a tipper grab has an added hydraulic grab arm to load and unload materials without extra machinery.
Where can I hire a tipper grab in the UK?
Dawsongroup offers nationwide short-term and long-term tipper grab hire, with expert maintenance support included.
Why choose a 32t Thompsons tipper grab?
Thompsons tipper grabs are known for their strength, high payload capacity, and durability in demanding construction, waste, and utility work.
What is a Brit Tipp 7.5t caged tipper used for?
It’s ideal for municipal waste, landscaping, and light construction jobs, with a secure caged body and bin lift for easy handling of wheeled bins.
Can I buy used tippers from Dawsongroup?
Yes, we sell high-quality, ex-fleet specialist vehicles that have been fully maintained to our strict standards.
Do you offer maintenance with hire vehicles?
Yes — all our contract hire vehicles come with full maintenance and nationwide support to keep your business moving. Our fix rate is unrivalled at 92% within 24hrs and with 24/7 support the downtime is kept to a minimum if something should happen to a vehicle. With our fleet always new, the likelihood of breakdown is also minimised.
