Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Brian James General Plant carries 2,061kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 2,061kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James General Plant has a bed 1.09m (3.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 532kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 218kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 2,061kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 1.09m (3.5ft) longer
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 P8e if...
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James General Plant carries 2,061kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James General Plant, by 2,061kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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