Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg
The Brian James Eco Plant is 1,990kg lighter empty and carries 1,123kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg weighs 1,990kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,123kg more.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 1060kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg. 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 1,990kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 1,123kg more
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 Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
The Excel trim adds equipment and finish over the standard Equinox on the same 3.5 tonne chassis, aimed at buyers who want a more comfortable cab and living area without moving up a weight class.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Brian James Eco Plant is 1,990kg lighter empty and carries 1,123kg more. The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg 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 Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 1,990kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,123kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg 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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