Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,667kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 18kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 1,667kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Brian James Tipper is 30cm wider inside.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 18kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Brian James Tipper is 2cm longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 767kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 833kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 1.30m |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 3.08m |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Ifor Williams HB403. 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 carries 1,667kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 30cm wider inside
- you want one that is 2cm longer inside
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 HB403 if...
- you want one that is 18kg lighter empty
The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,667kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 18kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Ifor Williams HB403. It is 18kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Brian James Tipper, by 1,667kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams HB403 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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