Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Nugent P3116H
The Brian James General Plant has a bed 45cm (1.5ft) longer. The Nugent P3116H carries 172kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James General Plant has a bed 45cm (1.5ft) longer.
- Payload: the Nugent P3116H carries 172kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Nugent P3116H | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 2765kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | 3148mm x 1616mm |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | Twin |
| Unladen weight | - | 735kg |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Nugent P3116H. 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 has a bed 45cm (1.5ft) 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
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the P3116H if...
- you want one that carries 172kg more
Bought by groundworks and plant hire operators who need to move a mini digger or similar compact machine and want Nugent's own suspension and braking package rather than a lighter unbraked trailer.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James General Plant and the Nugent P3116H?
The Brian James General Plant has a bed 45cm (1.5ft) longer. The Nugent P3116H carries 172kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; the Nugent P3116H is a a plant trailer for mini excavators and small machinery.
Which carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Nugent P3116H?
The Nugent P3116H, by 172kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant or the Nugent P3116H 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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