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Brian James General Plant vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer

The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant. The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer is a livestock trailer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James General Plant
Brian James General Plant - image: Fieldfare Trailer Centre
M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer
M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer - image: amtrailers.co.uk

Specifications side by side

Brian James General PlantM-Tec 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer
AxlesTri-axle (12in wheels)Single
Gross weight3500kg-
Payload2593kg-
Internal bed3.6m x 1.8m-
Size-8ft x 4ft

Sources: Brian James General Plant, M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer. 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.

Full General Plant specifications →

Buy or hire the 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer if...

M Tec 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Livestock trailers move sheep, pigs and cattle between fields, markets and abattoirs, and are standard kit on smallholdings and farms.

Full 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer?

The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Livestock Trailer is a livestock trailer.

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