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Brian James Eco Plant vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
The Brian James Eco Plant is 800kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 67kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 800kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 67kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 1250kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 2250kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin (Knott Avonride) |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 3615mm |
| Internal width | - | 1850mm |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 800kg 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 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 67kg more
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Brian James Eco Plant is 800kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 67kg more. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 800kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 67kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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