Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Ifor Williams CT177
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 860kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 is 20kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 860kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 weighs 20kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Ifor Williams CT177 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 805kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | approx. 2695kg |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | - |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | - |
| Overall length | - | 6.70m / 22'0" |
| Bed | - | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Ifor Williams CT177. 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 20kg 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 CT177 if...
- you want one that carries 860kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
The CT177 is built to be wide enough for most light commercial vehicles while remaining narrow enough for smaller cars, making it a common choice for vehicle recovery firms and the motor trade. Its long bed and 3500kg GVW keep it within standard car-licence towing limits for a single vehicle plus ramps.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Ifor Williams CT177?
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 860kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 is 20kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the Ifor Williams CT177 is a a twin-axle car transporter trailer with a long, narrow bed for single-vehicle recovery and trade use..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams CT177?
The Brian James Tipper 2. It is 20kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT177.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams CT177?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 860kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams CT177 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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