Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Nugent Q1710
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,976kg more and is rated 2,240kg heavier gross. The Nugent Q1710 is 297kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,976kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2,240kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 297kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Eco Plant has a bed 60cm (2ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Nugent Q1710 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 360kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 153kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 207kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | 1700mm x 1010mm |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Nugent Q1710. 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 1,976kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,240kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 60cm (2ft) longer
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 Q1710 if...
- you want one that is 297kg lighter empty
A light trailer for farmers and smallholders who need to move a quad bike, feed or small tools around the yard behind an ATV or small vehicle rather than a car.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Nugent Q1710?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,976kg more and is rated 2,240kg heavier gross. The Nugent Q1710 is 297kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Nugent Q1710 is a a small single-axle trailer for quad bikes and ATVs.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Nugent Q1710?
The Nugent Q1710. It is 297kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Nugent Q1710?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,976kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Nugent Q1710 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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