Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Stewart GX 15 FT
The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Stewart GX 15 FT | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 15,000kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | 125mm dia., 10-stud, 420x180mm brakes |
| Payload | 2593kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Length | - | 7,900-9,700mm (26-32ft) |
| Tare weight | - | 3,980kg |
| Tyres | - | 385/65Rx22.5 standard, 435/50Rx19.5 flotation option |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Stewart GX 15 FT. 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
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the GX 15 FT if...
- you want one that is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross
A 15-tonne flat trailer from Scottish maker Stewart Trailers, built for farms and hire fleets moving bulky loads such as bales or machinery. The choice of standard or flotation tyres lets it be set up for road use or softer ground.
Listed by
- Rising Sun Trailer Hire - York
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Stewart GX 15 FT?
The Stewart GX 15 FT is rated 11.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Stewart GX 15 FT is a twin-axle flat trailer for agricultural and general haulage use.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Stewart GX 15 FT on a car licence?
Stewart GX 15 FT is rated over 3,500kg gross, which is beyond what a car can tow in the UK.
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