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Brian James Connect Compact vs Brian James Eco Plant

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 100kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Connect CompactBrian James Eco Plant
Gross weight2700kg2600kg
BrakesBraked-
Unladen weight-from 450kg
Payload-up to 2183kg
Internal bed-2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide
Axles-Twin

Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Brian James Eco Plant. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...

  • you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross

Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.

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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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Connect Compact and the Brian James Eco Plant?

The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed 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 Connect Compact 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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