Head to head
Brian James Box Van 600 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,470kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Box Van 600 carries 1,470kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Box Van 600 has a bed 1.47m (5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Box Van 600 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 1829kg | 359kg |
| Internal bed | 3.0m x 1.6m | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 141kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Box Van 600, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Box Van 600 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,470kg more
- you want one that has a bed 1.47m (5ft) longer
Bought by tradespeople and small delivery operators who need goods kept dry and out of sight rather than carried on an open flatbed. Its 2700kg rating keeps it inside the range towable by many car-derived vans.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the P5 if...
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Box Van 600 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,470kg more. The Brian James Box Van 600 is a a small enclosed twin-axle box van trailer; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which carries more, the Brian James Box Van 600 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James Box Van 600, by 1,470kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Box Van 600 or the Ifor Williams P5 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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