Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Ifor Williams LM106
The Ifor Williams LM106 carries 1,045kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM106 carries 1,045kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM106 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 weighs 165kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams LM106 has a bed 31cm (1ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Ifor Williams LM106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 620kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 2880kg |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | 3.01m x 1.98m |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | - |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Ifor Williams LM106. 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 LM106 if...
- you want one that carries 1,045kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 165kg lighter empty
- you want one that has a bed 31cm (1ft) longer
For users who find the LM105's 1.68m bed too narrow for pallets or wider machinery but do not need extra length, offering the same bed length on a wider chassis.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Ifor Williams LM106?
The Ifor Williams LM106 carries 1,045kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the Ifor Williams LM106 is a a wider general-purpose flatbed trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams LM106?
The Ifor Williams LM106. It is 165kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams LM106?
The Ifor Williams LM106, by 1,045kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams LM106 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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