Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515
The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 160kg lighter empty and has a bed 28cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 160kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 has a bed 28cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 290kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | 2.58m x 1.58m |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. 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 1.6 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 Eurolight EL101-2515 if...
- you want one that is 160kg lighter empty
- you want one that has a bed 28cm longer
The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is 160kg lighter empty and has a bed 28cm longer. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515?
The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515. It is 160kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 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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