Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 958kg more and is 325kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 958kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 325kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 600kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 775kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 1225kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Ifor Williams HBE506. 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 958kg more
- you want one that is 325kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 600kg 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 HBE506 if...
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 958kg more and is 325kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 325kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 958kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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