Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,651kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 232kg lighter empty and has a bed 21cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,651kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 232kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams P8e has a bed 21cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 218kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 532kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,651kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,850kg 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 232kg lighter empty
- you want one that has a bed 21cm longer
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,651kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 232kg lighter empty and has a bed 21cm longer. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 232kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,651kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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