Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Tickners CP53
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,818kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 315kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,818kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 315kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 135kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 365kg |
| Axles | Twin | 1 |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal width | - | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Tickners CP53. 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 1,818kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes 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 CP53 if...
- you want one that is 315kg lighter empty
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,818kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Tickners CP53 is 315kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Tickners CP53?
The Tickners CP53. It is 315kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,818kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Tickners CP53 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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