Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Lider 37380
The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 37380 is 168kg 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 168kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Lider 37380 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 282kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | 304 x 171 x 10cm |
| Axles | Twin | 1 |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Lider 37380. 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 37380 if...
- you want one that is 168kg lighter empty
Suits buyers wanting a braked flatbed for a ride-on mower or small plant, where the tilting bed lets the load be winched or driven on without a separate ramp.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Lider 37380?
The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1.6 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 37380 is 168kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Lider 37380 is a a braked single-axle tilt-bed flatbed trailer rated at 1000kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Lider 37380?
The Lider 37380. It is 168kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Lider 37380 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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