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Brian James General Plant vs PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail
The PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail has a bed 1.28m (4ft) longer. The Brian James General Plant carries 618kg more and is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail has a bed 1.28m (4ft) longer.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 618kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3,000kg (twin axle, 10in wheels) up to 3,500kg (twin axle 13in wheels, and all tri axle models) |
| Payload | 2593kg | 1,975kg to 2,550kg depending on configuration |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | 4.88m to 6.40m long, 2.13m or 2.28m wide |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | Twin or Tri |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Alko AAA self-adjusting brakes) |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail. 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 618kg more
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
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 ProLine Beavertail if...
- you want one that has a bed 1.28m (4ft) longer
The ProLine Beavertail suits owners of low-ground-clearance cars, since its beavertail ramp lets a car drive on and off without grounding, unlike a flat-bed transporter. PRG offers it across twin and tri-axle chassis so buyers can match the trailer to a 3000kg or 3500kg tow limit.
Listed by
- Compass Trailers - Lewes, Ringmer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail?
The PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail has a bed 1.28m (4ft) longer. The Brian James General Plant carries 618kg more and is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail is a pRG Trailers' open beavertail car trailer range, built with a hinged tail ramp for loading low cars..
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail?
The Brian James General Plant, by 618kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail 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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