Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Erde PM310
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,943kg more and is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde PM310 is 390kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,943kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 390kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Erde PM310 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 60kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 240kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | 200 x 112cm |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Erde PM310. 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 1,943kg 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 PM310 if...
- you want one that is 390kg lighter empty
A lightweight option for owners of smaller motorcycles or scooters who want the least weight to tow. The 200 x 112cm bed suits scooters, trail bikes and smaller road bikes, and the 60kg unladen weight barely registers on a tow car.
Listed by
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Erde PM310?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,943kg more and is rated 2.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Erde PM310 is 390kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Erde PM310 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde PM310?
The Erde PM310. It is 390kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde PM310?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,943kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Erde PM310 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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