Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,968kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 567kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 1,968kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 567kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 218kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 532kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,968kg 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 567kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,968kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 567kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 567kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James Tipper, by 1,968kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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