Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James General Plant carries 1,653kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 1,653kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James General Plant has a bed 1.16m (4ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | Single or Twin |
| Unladen weight | - | 330kg to 694kg |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Woodford Widebody. 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 1,653kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 1.16m (4ft) longer
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 Widebody if...
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James General Plant carries 1,653kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James General Plant, by 1,653kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Woodford Widebody 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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