Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs HM Trailers DC20
The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant. The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | HM Trailers DC20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | 2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels |
| Gross weight | 3500kg | - |
| Payload | 2593kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Capacity | - | 12 cubic metres |
| Body length | - | 5200mm (17ft) |
| Width | - | 2550mm (8ft 4in) |
| Overall length | - | 7284mm (23ft) |
| Max tipped height | - | 6210mm (20ft 4in) |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, HM Trailers DC20. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Plant if...
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
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the DC20 if...
A dump trailer for hauling muck, aggregate or waste on a construction site, built to tip clear over a high-sided skip or wagon. Its round-axle running gear and reinforced chassis suit off-road site use rather than road haulage.
Listed by
- H M Trailers - Ongar, Fyfield
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the HM Trailers DC20?
The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.
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