Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Ifor Williams GH126
The Ifor Williams GH126 carries 900kg more and has a bed 96cm (3ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH126 carries 900kg more.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GH126 has a bed 96cm (3ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH126 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 weighs 20kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Ifor Williams GH126 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 765kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 2735kg |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | 3.66m x 1.84m |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | - |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Ifor Williams GH126. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire 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.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the GH126 if...
- you want one that carries 900kg more
- you want one that has a bed 96cm (3ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 20kg lighter empty
Used by groundworks and plant hire firms moving mini excavators or dumpers that need both extra length and the full 1.84m bed width the smaller GH models do not offer.
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 GH126?
The Ifor Williams GH126 carries 900kg more and has a bed 96cm (3ft) longer. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the Ifor Williams GH126 is a a wide-bed plant trailer for compact machinery.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams GH126?
The Ifor Williams GH126. It is 20kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams GH126?
The Ifor Williams GH126, by 900kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams GH126 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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