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Brian James General Plant vs M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer

The Brian James General Plant carries 343kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James General Plant
Brian James General Plant - image: Fieldfare Trailer Centre
M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer - image: farmcompare.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James General PlantM-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Payload2593kg2250kg
AxlesTri-axle (12in wheels)Twin (Knott Avonride)
Internal bed3.6m x 1.8m-
Unladen weight-1250kg
Internal length-3615mm
Internal width-1850mm

Sources: Brian James General Plant, M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer. 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 343kg 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.

Full General Plant specifications →

Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...

A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.

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Full 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?

The Brian James General Plant carries 343kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer.

Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer?

The Brian James General Plant, by 343kg.

Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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