Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Ifor Williams Eventa L
The Brian James Eco Plant is 1,502kg lighter empty and carries 635kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L weighs 1,502kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 635kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Ifor Williams Eventa L | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 1952kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 1548kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Internal length | - | 5.22m |
| Internal width | - | 2.21m |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Ifor Williams Eventa L. 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 1,502kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 635kg 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 Eventa L if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
For owners who compete away from home and want to sleep or change in the trailer rather than tow a separate caravan, combining a two-horse area with a fitted living/changing section. It sits at the entry point of Ifor Williams' living-away range, below the larger Eventa M.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James Eco Plant is 1,502kg lighter empty and carries 635kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Ifor Williams Eventa L is a a two-horse living-away horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 1,502kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams Eventa L.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 635kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams Eventa L 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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