Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer
The Brian James Eco Plant is 390kg lighter empty and carries 323kg more. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer weighs 390kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 323kg more.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 840kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 1860kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 2480mm |
| Internal width | - | 1500mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping 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 390kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 323kg more
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 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A general-purpose tipping trailer for farmers, landscapers and small groundworks contractors moving loose materials like aggregate, muck or logs, with an optional electric ram for one-touch tipping instead of a hand-cranked or solid ram.
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 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The Brian James Eco Plant is 390kg lighter empty and carries 323kg more. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft twin axle tipping trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 390kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping Trailer?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 323kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Tipping 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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