Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Ifor Williams LM167
The Ifor Williams LM167 has a bed 2.07m (7ft) longer and carries 820kg more. The Brian James Tipper 2 is 60kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams LM167 has a bed 2.07m (7ft) longer.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM167 carries 820kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM167 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM167 weighs 60kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Ifor Williams LM167 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 845kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | 2655kg |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | 4.77m x 2.25m |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | - |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Ifor Williams LM167. 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 60kg 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 LM167 if...
- you want one that has a bed 2.07m (7ft) longer
- you want one that carries 820kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
For operators carrying wide loads such as pallets in double rows or plant machinery, taking the LM166's length and adding the range's 2.25m wide-bed option.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper 2 and the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Ifor Williams LM167 has a bed 2.07m (7ft) longer and carries 820kg more. The Brian James Tipper 2 is 60kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; the Ifor Williams LM167 is a a long, wide flatbed trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Brian James Tipper 2. It is 60kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM167.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams LM167?
The Ifor Williams LM167, by 820kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Ifor Williams LM167 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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