Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Ifor Williams HB510XL
The Brian James Tipper is 505kg lighter empty and carries 290kg more. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is 1.15m (4ft) longer inside and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL weighs 505kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is 1.15m (4ft) longer inside.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 290kg more.
- Internal width: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is 14cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Ifor Williams HB510XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 1290kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 2210kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 1.74m |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 4.25m |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Ifor Williams HB510XL. 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 505kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 290kg 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 HB510XL if...
- you want one that is 1.15m (4ft) longer inside
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 14cm wider inside
For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Brian James Tipper is 505kg lighter empty and carries 290kg more. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is 1.15m (4ft) longer inside and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Brian James Tipper. It is 505kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB510XL.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Brian James Tipper, by 290kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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