Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Erde 102
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,938kg more and is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde 102 is 395kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,938kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 395kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 55kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 245kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Erde 102. 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 carries 1,938kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross
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 102 if...
- you want one that is 395kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Full 102 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Erde 102?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,938kg more and is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde 102 is 395kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde 102?
The Erde 102. It is 395kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde 102?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,938kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde 102 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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