Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Erde CH451
The Brian James General Plant is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,099kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 2,099kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 600kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 494kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | 200 x 117cm |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 109kg |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Erde CH451. 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 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,099kg 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 CH451 if...
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Erde CH451?
The Brian James General Plant is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,099kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Erde CH451?
The Brian James General Plant, by 2,099kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Erde CH451 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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