Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,673kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 210kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,673kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1,850kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 210kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 240kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 510kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 1820mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle 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 carries 1,673kg 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 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 210kg lighter empty
An entry-level box trailer for tradespeople and gardeners moving small loads of tools, waste or turf, light enough to tow on a car licence without a trailer test. Its 750kg gross weight keeps it under the unbraked trailer limit.
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 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,673kg more and is rated 1,850kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 210kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 6ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 210kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,673kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle 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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