Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Lider 39400E
The Lider 39400E is 365kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 365kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Lider 39400E | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 85kg |
| Axles | Twin | 1 |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 173cm |
| Internal width | - | 115cm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Lider 39400E. 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 2.1 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 39400E if...
- you want one that is 365kg lighter empty
The lightest motorcycle trailer in the Lider range, aimed at owners of smaller bikes who want the least weight to tow and store.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E is 365kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Lider 39400E is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle, lighter than the 29420/39401..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Lider 39400E?
The Lider 39400E. It is 365kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Lider 39400E 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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