Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Tickners GB855
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 833kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 833kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Tickners GB855 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1800kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 450kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 1350kg |
| Axles | Twin | 2 |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Internal length | - | 2430mm |
| Internal width | - | 1455mm |
| Internal height | - | 1470mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Tickners GB855. 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 833kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg 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 GB855 if...
Aimed at tradespeople and small businesses needing a bigger payload box trailer for stock, tools or equipment. Braked and twin-axled at 1800kg gross, it carries 1350kg - about three times an unbraked box trailer - so it suits a working week rather than an occasional tip run.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Tickners GB855?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 833kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Tickners GB855 is a a braked twin-axle box trailer from Tickners' GB range, rated at 1800kg gross weight..
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Tickners GB855?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 833kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Tickners GB855 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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