Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Graham Edwards GP85DB
The Brian James General Plant is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 418kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 418kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Graham Edwards GP85DB | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2600kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 2175kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | 8'2" x 5' |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | Tandem |
| Unladen weight | - | 425kg |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Graham Edwards GP85DB. 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 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 418kg 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 GP85DB if...
A farm and smallholder trailer for loose or bagged loads, bales or livestock kit, built to Graham Edwards' tandem-axle braked general-purpose spec rather than the lighter single-axle unbraked version.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Graham Edwards GP85DB?
The Brian James General Plant is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 418kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Graham Edwards GP85DB is a a tandem-axle braked general-purpose dropside trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Graham Edwards GP85DB?
The Brian James General Plant, by 418kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Graham Edwards GP85DB 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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