Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Brian James Tipper
The Brian James General Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 93kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 93kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Brian James Tipper | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg / 3500kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | up to 2500kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | Twin or Tri |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | from 785kg |
| Internal width | - | 1.6m / 2.0m |
| Internal length | - | 3.1m to 4.0m |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Brian James Tipper. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Plant if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 93kg more
A tougher all-round plant trailer for contractors who need to move a range of machines - diggers, dumpers, rollers - rather than one specific type. The tri-axle chassis spreads load for towing at higher gross weight on public roads.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Brian James Tipper?
The Brian James General Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 93kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Brian James Tipper?
The Brian James General Plant, by 93kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Brian James Tipper 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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