Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Ifor Williams Q Range
The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 150kg lighter empty.
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 150kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Ifor Williams Q Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1000kg (braked Q) |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 300kg (Q6b) |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.95m (Q6b) |
| Internal width | - | 1.22m (Q6b) |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Ifor Williams Q Range. 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 Q Range if...
- you want one that is 150kg lighter empty
A compact trailer aimed at farm and domestic users who need something smaller and lighter than the General Duty range for routine loads around a smallholding or garden.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 150kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Ifor Williams Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (Q) and unbraked (Unbraked Q) versions.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Ifor Williams Q Range. It is 150kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Ifor Williams Q Range 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.