Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Erde CH451
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,689kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde CH451 is 341kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,689kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 341kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 109kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 494kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | 200 x 117cm |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Erde CH451. 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 1,689kg 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 CH451 if...
- you want one that is 341kg lighter empty
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Erde CH451?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,689kg more and is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde CH451 is 341kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451. It is 341kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde CH451?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,689kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde CH451 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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