Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Ifor Williams BV106
The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 800kg heavier gross and is 13cm wider inside. The Brian James Tipper is 115kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 weighs 115kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams BV106 is 13cm wider inside.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 100kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Ifor Williams BV106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 1.73m |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Overall length | - | 4.70m |
| Internal load length | - | 3.00m |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Ifor Williams BV106. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
- you want one that is 115kg lighter empty
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the BV106 if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 13cm wider inside
- you want one that carries 100kg more
The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.
Full BV106 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 800kg heavier gross and is 13cm wider inside. The Brian James Tipper is 115kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Brian James Tipper. It is 115kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV106.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 100kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams BV106 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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