Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Brian James Digger Plant 2
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 518kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 518kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Brian James Digger Plant 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 2152kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 557kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.8m x 1.3m |
| Axles | - | Twin (13in wheels) |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Brian James Digger Plant 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35-16 if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 518kg more
A 16-foot tilt-bed transporter used to move 4x4s, plant and light machinery without loading ramps, since the whole bed tilts to ground level. A staple of small plant hire and vehicle recovery fleets.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Digger Plant 2 if...
Fits landscapers and small contractors running a micro or mini excavator that does not need the bigger bed of the standard Digger Plant. The lower unladen weight leaves more of the gross rating free for the machine itself.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 35-16 and the Brian James Digger Plant 2?
The Bateson 35-16 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 518kg more. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Brian James Digger Plant 2?
The Bateson 35-16, by 518kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 or the Brian James Digger Plant 2 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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