Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,243kg more and is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 120kg lighter empty and has a bed 14cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,243kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 120kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Woodford Widebody has a bed 14cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | Twin | Single or Twin |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Woodford Widebody. 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 1,243kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.3 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 Widebody if...
- you want one that is 120kg lighter empty
- you want one that has a bed 14cm longer
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Eco Plant and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,243kg more and is rated 1.3 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 120kg lighter empty and has a bed 14cm longer. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody. It is 120kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,243kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant or the Woodford Widebody 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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