Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Ifor Williams P6e
The Ifor Williams P6e is 613kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper carries 1,922kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 613kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 1,922kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Ifor Williams P6e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 172kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 578kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Internal bed | - | 1.98m x 1.21m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Ifor Williams P6e. 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 1,922kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg 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 P6e if...
- you want one that is 613kg lighter empty
A step up from the P5 for domestic and light trade users who need a slightly bigger bed while staying under the 750kg limit that avoids the need for brakes.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Ifor Williams P6e?
The Ifor Williams P6e is 613kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper carries 1,922kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Ifor Williams P6e is a a small unbraked general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams P6e?
The Ifor Williams P6e. It is 613kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams P6e?
The Brian James Tipper, by 1,922kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams P6e 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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