Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Ifor Williams P5
The Brian James Tipper carries 2,141kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 644kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 2,141kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 644kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 141kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 359kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Ifor Williams P5. 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 2,141kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
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 P5 if...
- you want one that is 644kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James Tipper carries 2,141kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 644kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Ifor Williams P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 644kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James Tipper, by 2,141kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams P5 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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