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Brian James General Plant vs Nugent P3718T
The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant. The Nugent P3718T is a a tri-axle plant trailer for carrying diggers, dumpers and similar machinery..
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Nugent P3718T | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | - |
| Bed length | - | 3.7m |
| Bed width | - | 1.8m |
| Bed height | - | 403mm |
| Wheels | - | 13 inch |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Nugent P3718T. 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.
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 P3718T if...
The P3718T is one of Nugent's tri-axle plant trailers, using its Dual Drive suspension to keep a low, stable loading angle for machinery. It suits contractors and plant hire firms who want the extra stability of three axles over a twin-axle model like the Ifor Williams GX126 at a similar 3500kg gross weight.
Full P3718T specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Nugent P3718T?
The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Nugent P3718T is a a tri-axle plant trailer for carrying diggers, dumpers and similar machinery..
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Nugent P3718T 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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