Head to head
Brian James Box Van 600 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,297kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Box Van 600 carries 1,297kg more.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Box Van 600 has a bed 49cm (1.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Box Van 600 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 1829kg | 532kg |
| Internal bed | 3.0m x 1.6m | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 218kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Box Van 600, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,297kg more
- you want one that has a bed 49cm (1.5ft) 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 P8e if...
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
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 P8e?
The Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,297kg more. The Brian James Box Van 600 is a a small enclosed twin-axle box van trailer; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which carries more, the Brian James Box Van 600 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James Box Van 600, by 1,297kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Box Van 600 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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