Head to head
Brian James Box Van 600 vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Brian James Box Van 600 has a bed 30cm longer. The Brian James Tipper 2 carries 6kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Box Van 600 has a bed 30cm longer.
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper 2 carries 6kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Box Van 600 | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Payload | 1829kg | 1835kg to 2500kg |
| Internal bed | 3.0m x 1.6m | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Unladen weight | - | 785kg to 1200kg |
Sources: Brian James Box Van 600, Brian James Tipper 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Box Van 600 if...
- you want one that has a bed 30cm longer
Bought by tradespeople and small delivery operators who need goods kept dry and out of sight rather than carried on an open flatbed. Its 2700kg rating keeps it inside the range towable by many car-derived vans.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
- you want one that carries 6kg more
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Box Van 600 and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Box Van 600 has a bed 30cm longer. The Brian James Tipper 2 carries 6kg more. The Brian James Box Van 600 is a a small enclosed twin-axle box van trailer; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Which carries more, the Brian James Box Van 600 or the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Tipper 2, by 6kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Box Van 600 or the Brian James Tipper 2 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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