Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Ifor Williams CT136HD
The Brian James Eco Plant is 60kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT136HD weighs 60kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Ifor Williams CT136HD | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 510kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Internal length | - | 4.0m |
| Internal width | - | 1.84m |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Ifor Williams CT136HD. 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 60kg lighter empty
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 CT136HD if...
The CT136HD suits recovery operators, racers and dealers who need a tougher car transporter than the standard CT136, thanks to its heavy-duty beam axles and multi-leaf suspension. Its 4.0m bed and 2.6 tonne gross weight cover most road cars without the cost of a beavertail trailer.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Brian James Eco Plant is 60kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Ifor Williams CT136HD is a ifor Williams' heavy-duty twin-axle car transporter trailer in the CT136 range, built for moving a single vehicle..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams CT136HD?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 60kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT136HD.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams CT136HD 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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