Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Humbaur Steely
The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1,850kg heavier gross and carries 1,553kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,553kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 750kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 630kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Humbaur Steely. 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 rated 1,850kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,553kg 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 Steely if...
The Steely is Humbaur's budget single-axle trailer, built with a hot-dip galvanised chassis as what the manufacturer describes as an entry point into trailer ownership. It suits light garden, construction-site and hobby loads rather than heavier trade use.
Full Steely specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Humbaur Steely?
The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1,850kg heavier gross and carries 1,553kg more. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Humbaur Steely is a a small, unbraked single-axle flatbed trailer aimed at first-time buyers and light garden/site use..
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Humbaur Steely?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,553kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Humbaur Steely 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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