Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Brian James General Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 493kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 493kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 2100kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | Twin |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 600kg |
| Internal length | - | 2440mm |
| Internal width | - | 1524mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle 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 is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 493kg 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 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James General Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 493kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James General Plant, by 493kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle 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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