Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,560kg more and is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 455kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 1,560kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 455kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | Single or Twin |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Internal bed | - | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Woodford Widebody. 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 1,560kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.4 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 Widebody if...
- you want one that is 455kg lighter empty
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,560kg more and is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 455kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody. It is 455kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Tipper, by 1,560kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Woodford Widebody 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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