Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Stewart GX 15 FT
The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 12.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 12.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Stewart GX 15 FT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 15,000kg |
| Axles | Twin | 125mm dia., 10-stud, 420x180mm brakes |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | - |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Length | - | 7,900-9,700mm (26-32ft) |
| Tare weight | - | 3,980kg |
| Tyres | - | 385/65Rx22.5 standard, 435/50Rx19.5 flotation option |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Stewart GX 15 FT. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Eco Plant if...
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 GX 15 FT if...
- you want one that is rated 12.4 tonnes heavier gross
A 15-tonne flat trailer from Scottish maker Stewart Trailers, built for farms and hire fleets moving bulky loads such as bales or machinery. The choice of standard or flotation tyres lets it be set up for road use or softer ground.
Listed by
- Rising Sun Trailer Hire - York
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Stewart GX 15 FT?
The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 12.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Stewart GX 15 FT is a twin-axle flat trailer for agricultural and general haulage use.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Stewart GX 15 FT on a car licence?
Stewart GX 15 FT is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.
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