Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Brian James Eco Plant is 150kg lighter empty and carries 83kg more. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer weighs 150kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 83kg more.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 600kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 2100kg |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1524mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin 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 is 150kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 83kg 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 Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
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 Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Eco Plant is 150kg lighter empty and carries 83kg more. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle 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 Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 150kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 83kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin 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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