Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Ifor Williams BV126
The Ifor Williams BV126 carries 685kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 is 195kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV126 carries 685kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 weighs 195kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Ifor Williams BV126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 980kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 2520kg |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | Twin (dual) |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.60m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Ifor Williams BV126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
- you want one that is 195kg lighter empty
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.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the BV126 if...
- you want one that carries 685kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126 carries 685kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 is 195kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Brian James Tipper 2. It is 195kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV126.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams BV126?
The Ifor Williams BV126, by 685kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams BV126 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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