Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Ifor Williams HB510XL
The Brian James General Plant carries 383kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 383kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Ifor Williams HB510XL | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 2210kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 1290kg |
| Internal length | - | 4.25m |
| Internal width | - | 1.74m |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Ifor Williams HB510XL. 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 383kg 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 HB510XL if...
For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Brian James General Plant carries 383kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams HB510XL?
The Brian James General Plant, by 383kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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