Head to head
Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer vs Brian James Eco Plant
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,771kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 112kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,771kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 112kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Eco Plant has a bed 20cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer | Brian James Eco Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | 338kg | from 450kg |
| Payload | 412kg | up to 2183kg |
| Internal bed | 2100mm x 1250mm | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide |
| Axles | 1 | Twin |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
Sources: Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer, Brian James Eco Plant. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is 112kg lighter empty
A light tipping trailer aimed at gardeners and smallholders moving mowers, tools or loose garden waste, small enough to stay in the unbraked towing class. Its side-tip mechanism keeps the ramp door usable when tipped.
Listed by
- Böckmann UK Trailers & Horseboxes - Cinderford, Littledean
Buy or hire the Eco Plant if...
- you want one that carries 1,771kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,850kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 20cm longer
Aimed at gardeners, groundcare contractors and farmers moving small low-clearance kit such as compact tractors or turf equipment. It undercuts the General Plant and Digger Plant ranges on price and weight for buyers who do not need a full-size plant trailer.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer and the Brian James Eco Plant?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,771kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is 112kg lighter empty. The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer is a small unbraked tipping trailer; the Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery.
Which is lighter, the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Brian James Eco Plant?
The Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer. It is 112kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Brian James Eco Plant?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,771kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 72H Unbraked Tipping Trailer or the Brian James Eco Plant 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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