Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Nugent G2512D
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 628kg more and is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D has a bed 22cm longer and is 5kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 628kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 600kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Nugent G2512D has a bed 22cm longer.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 5kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Nugent G2512D | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 445kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 1555kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | 2520mm x 1270mm |
| Axles | Twin | Twin |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Nugent G2512D. 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 628kg more
- you want one that is rated 600kg 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 G2512D if...
- you want one that has a bed 22cm longer
- you want one that is 5kg lighter empty
An entry-level general-purpose trailer for smallholders and light trade users who need a twin-axle chassis but not the larger bed of the G3015D.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Nugent G2512D?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 628kg more and is rated 600kg heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D has a bed 22cm longer and is 5kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Nugent G2512D is a a compact twin-axle general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Nugent G2512D?
The Nugent G2512D. It is 5kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Nugent G2512D?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 628kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Nugent G2512D 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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