Model against model
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Ifor Williams BV105
Two models people put on the same shortlist. Every figure below is sourced, and where one side has a specification the other does not publish, the row is left out rather than filled with a guess.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Ifor Williams BV105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 735kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 1965kg |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | Twin (dual) |
Only specifications published for both models appear here. Full Brian James Tipper 2 figures and full Ifor Williams BV105 figures.
Choose the Tipper 2 if...
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Full specifications →Choose the BV105 if...
A general enclosed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers who need to keep tools, bikes or stock dry and locked away rather than under a sheet. It sits below the BV125/BV106 in the range, so it suits loads that need weather protection but not extra width or gross weight.
Manufacturer offers 5', 6' and 7' high-roof options at this bed length; figures shown are for the 6' high roof version.
Full specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Ifor Williams BV105?
Brian James Tipper 2: Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing. Ifor Williams BV105: A general enclosed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers who need to keep tools, bikes or stock dry and locked away rather than under a sheet. It sits below the BV125/BV106 in the range, so it suits loads that need weather protection but not extra width or gross weight.
Are these figures reliable?
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