Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Indespension Daxara 158
The Brian James General Plant is rated 2,850kg heavier gross and carries 2,053kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 2,850kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 2,053kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Indespension Daxara 158 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 650kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 540kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | - |
| Size | - | 4'9" x 3'3" |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked, single axle |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Indespension Daxara 158. 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 2,850kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,053kg 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 Daxara 158 if...
One of the most common small trailers on British drives: a compact lidded box sold through Indespension and its dealers, bought by campers, anglers and householders for holiday luggage, tip runs and garden waste. At 650kg gross it can be towed by almost any car with a towbar.
Full Daxara 158 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Indespension Daxara 158?
The Brian James General Plant is rated 2,850kg heavier gross and carries 2,053kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Indespension Daxara 158 is a unbraked single axle camping and leisure trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Indespension Daxara 158?
The Brian James General Plant, by 2,053kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Indespension Daxara 158 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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