Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Brian James Eco Plant
The Brian James Eco Plant is 107kg lighter empty and carries 31kg more. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer and is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 107kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 31kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Brian James Eco Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2600kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | from 450kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | up to 2183kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | Twin |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Brian James Eco Plant. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Digger Plant 2 if...
- you want one that has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
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
Buy or hire the Eco Plant if...
- you want one that is 107kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 31kg more
Aimed at gardeners, groundcare contractors and farmers moving small low-clearance kit such as compact tractors or turf equipment. It undercuts the General Plant and Digger Plant ranges on price and weight for buyers who do not need a full-size plant trailer.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Brian James Eco Plant?
The Brian James Eco Plant is 107kg lighter empty and carries 31kg more. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer and is rated 100kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Brian James Eco Plant?
The Brian James Eco Plant. It is 107kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Brian James Eco Plant?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 31kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Brian James Eco 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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