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Brian James Eco Plant vs Brian James General Plant
The Brian James General Plant has a bed 1.3m (4.5ft) longer and is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James General Plant has a bed 1.3m (4.5ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 410kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Brian James General Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 2593kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | 3.6m x 1.8m |
| Axles | Twin | Tri-axle (12in wheels) |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | - |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Brian James General Plant. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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
Buy or hire the General Plant if...
- you want one that has a bed 1.3m (4.5ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 410kg more
A tougher all-round plant trailer for contractors who need to move a range of machines - diggers, dumpers, rollers - rather than one specific type. The tri-axle chassis spreads load for towing at higher gross weight on public roads.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Brian James General Plant?
The Brian James General Plant has a bed 1.3m (4.5ft) longer and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Brian James General Plant?
The Brian James General Plant, by 410kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Brian James General 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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