Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Ifor Williams LM105
The Ifor Williams LM105 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 712kg more. The Brian James Eco Plant is 155kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM105 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM105 weighs 155kg more empty.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM105 carries 712kg more.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams LM105 has a bed 71cm (2.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Ifor Williams LM105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 605kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 2895kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | 3.01m x 1.68m |
| Axles | Twin | - |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Ifor Williams LM105. 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 155kg 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 LM105 if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 712kg more
- you want one that has a bed 71cm (2.5ft) longer
A workhorse flatbed for farmers, landscapers and small hauliers moving bagged materials, bales or machinery with dropsides, sized to fit most towing vehicles rated to 3500kg.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105 is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 712kg more. The Brian James Eco Plant is 155kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Ifor Williams LM105 is a a general-purpose flatbed trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 155kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM105.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams LM105?
The Ifor Williams LM105, by 712kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams LM105 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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