Head to head
Brian James Box Van 600 vs Brian James Eco Plant
The Brian James Box Van 600 has a bed 70cm (2.5ft) longer and is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Box Van 600 has a bed 70cm (2.5ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Box Van 600 | Brian James Eco Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2600kg |
| Payload | 1829kg | up to 2183kg |
| Internal bed | 3.0m x 1.6m | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | Twin |
| Unladen weight | - | from 450kg |
Sources: Brian James Box Van 600, Brian James Eco Plant. 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 70cm (2.5ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
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 Eco Plant if...
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 Brian James Box Van 600 and the Brian James Eco Plant?
The Brian James Box Van 600 has a bed 70cm (2.5ft) longer and is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Brian James Box Van 600 is a a small enclosed twin-axle box van trailer; the Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery.
Can I tow the Brian James Box Van 600 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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