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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Brian James Digger Plant 2
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer has a bed 2.2m (7ft) longer and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer has a bed 2.2m (7ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Brian James Digger Plant 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | 2.8m x 1.3m |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | Twin (13in wheels) |
| Unladen weight | - | 557kg |
| Payload | - | 2152kg |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Brian James Digger Plant 2. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
- you want one that has a bed 2.2m (7ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A large flatbed trailer for carrying machinery, building materials or vehicles, with the bed width and length expandable to suit the load. It is bought mainly by contractors and plant hire firms needing a 3.5 tonne platform.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
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
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer and the Brian James Digger Plant 2?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer has a bed 2.2m (7ft) longer and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant.
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer 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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