Head to head
Brenderup 1150 vs Brian James Digger Plant
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brenderup 1150 | Brian James Digger Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 600kg | 3500kg |
| Load | 500kg | - |
| Internal dimensions | 144x94x35 cm | - |
| External dimensions | 239x137x84 cm | - |
| Internal bed | - | 3.2m x 1.7m |
| Axles | - | Twin (12in wheels) |
Sources: Brenderup 1150, Brian James Digger Plant. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 1150 if...
Brenderup 1150, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. General purpose trailers are the everyday choice for garden waste, tip runs, DIY materials and moving house.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Buy or hire the Digger Plant if...
- you want one that is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross
Used by groundworkers and plant hire firms to move a mini digger between sites behind a pickup or 4x4. Its bed size and gross weight target machines around the 3 to 3.5 tonne mark rather than heavier plant.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brenderup 1150 and the Brian James Digger Plant?
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.9 tonnes heavier gross. The Brenderup 1150 is a general purpose trailer; the Brian James Digger Plant is a a twin-axle plant trailer built for carrying a mini excavator or similar machine.
Can I tow the Brenderup 1150 or the Brian James Digger Plant 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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