Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Ifor Williams Eventa L
The Brian James Tipper is 1,167kg lighter empty and carries 952kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is 2.12m (7ft) longer inside and is 61cm (2ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L weighs 1,167kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is 2.12m (7ft) longer inside.
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 952kg more.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is 61cm (2ft) wider inside.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Ifor Williams Eventa L | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 1952kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 1548kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 2.21m |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 5.22m |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Ifor Williams Eventa L. 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 1,167kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 952kg more
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 Eventa L if...
- you want one that is 2.12m (7ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 61cm (2ft) wider inside
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
For owners who compete away from home and want to sleep or change in the trailer rather than tow a separate caravan, combining a two-horse area with a fitted living/changing section. It sits at the entry point of Ifor Williams' living-away range, below the larger Eventa M.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James Tipper is 1,167kg lighter empty and carries 952kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is 2.12m (7ft) longer inside and is 61cm (2ft) wider inside. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Ifor Williams Eventa L is a a two-horse living-away horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James Tipper. It is 1,167kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams Eventa L.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James Tipper, by 952kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams Eventa L 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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