Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Debon C900
The Brian James Eco Plant is 650kg lighter empty. The Debon C900 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 217kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Debon C900 weighs 650kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Debon C900 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Debon C900 carries 217kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Debon C900 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 1100kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 2400kg |
| Axles | Twin | 2 |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Debon C900. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Eco Plant if...
- you want one that is 650kg lighter empty
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 C900 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 217kg more
The longest box van in the Roadster line, for businesses that need maximum internal length within the 3500kg unbraked-towing-vehicle-friendly class.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Debon C900?
The Brian James Eco Plant is 650kg lighter empty. The Debon C900 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 217kg more. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Debon C900 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 3500kg gross weight, longer than the C800..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Debon C900?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 650kg lighter empty than the Debon C900.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Debon C900?
The Debon C900, by 217kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Debon C900 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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