Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Erde 143
The Erde 143 is 352kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,681kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 352kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,681kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Erde 143 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 98kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 502kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.44m |
| Internal width | - | 0.99m |
| Internal height | - | 0.40m |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Erde 143. 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 1,681kg more
- you want one that is rated 2 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 143 if...
- you want one that is 352kg lighter empty
The Erde 143 is a step up in size from the Erde 102, still light enough for many family cars to tow without a braking system, and commonly used for camping, tip runs and light gardening or DIY loads. Its tipping body and low unladen weight make it a popular first trailer for private buyers.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Erde 143?
The Erde 143 is 352kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,681kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Erde 143 is a a single-axle, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, larger than the Erde 102..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde 143?
The Erde 143. It is 352kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde 143?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,681kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde 143 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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