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Brian James General Plant vs Erde 122

The Brian James General Plant carries 2,256kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James General Plant
Brian James General Plant - image: Fieldfare Trailer Centre
Erde 122
Erde 122 - image: erdetrailersuk.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James General PlantErde 122
Payload2593kg337kg
Gross weight3500kg-
Internal bed3.6m x 1.8m-
AxlesTri-axle (12in wheels)-
Unladen weight-65kg
Internal length-120cm
Internal width-92cm
Internal height-35cm

Sources: Brian James General Plant, Erde 122. 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 2,256kg 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.

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Buy or hire the 122 if...

Erde's smallest general purpose trailer, bought by owners of small cars who want an occasional-use trailer for camping gear or light DIY loads.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Erde 122?

The Brian James General Plant carries 2,256kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Erde 122 is a a small unbraked single-axle camping and leisure trailer..

Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Erde 122?

The Brian James General Plant, by 2,256kg.

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