Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Debon C300
The Brian James General Plant carries 1,803kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 1,803kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Debon C300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 790kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | 1 |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 510kg |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Debon C300. 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 carries 1,803kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
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 C300 if...
A slightly larger box van than the C255, popular with mobile traders who need a serving hatch or sales flap fitted to the side.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Debon C300?
The Brian James General Plant carries 1,803kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Debon C300 is a a braked single-axle enclosed box van trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight..
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Debon C300?
The Brian James General Plant, by 1,803kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Debon C300 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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