Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Tickners CP53
The Brian James General Plant carries 2,228kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 2,228kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 365kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | 1 |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 135kg |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal width | - | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Tickners CP53. 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 2,228kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes 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 CP53 if...
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James General Plant carries 2,228kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Tickners CP53?
The Brian James General Plant, by 2,228kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Tickners CP53 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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