Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Tickners ECO644
The Brian James General Plant carries 2,058kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 2,058kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Tickners ECO644 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 535kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | 1 |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 215kg |
| Internal length | - | 1800mm |
| Internal width | - | 1175mm |
| Internal height | - | 1190mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Tickners ECO644. 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 2,058kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg 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 ECO644 if...
A budget box trailer for buyers wanting a lightweight, lockable trailer for camping, DIY or light haulage without a braked axle.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Tickners ECO644?
The Brian James General Plant carries 2,058kg more and is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Tickners ECO644 is a an unbraked single-axle box trailer with a lift-off lid, from Tickners' Eco Box range..
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Tickners ECO644?
The Brian James General Plant, by 2,058kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Tickners ECO644 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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