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Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Brian James Race Shuttle 2

The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 100kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Digger Plant 2
Brian James Digger Plant 2 - image: fieldfare.co.uk
Brian James Race Shuttle 2
Brian James Race Shuttle 2 - image: lincolnshire.trek-trailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Digger Plant 2Brian James Race Shuttle 2
Gross weight2700kg2600kg
Payload2152kgup to 1809kg
AxlesTwin (13in wheels)Twin
Unladen weight557kg-
Internal bed2.8m x 1.3m-

Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Brian James Race Shuttle 2. 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 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.

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Buy or hire the Race Shuttle 2 if...

Bought by club racers and classic car owners who want an enclosed, lockable transporter without stepping up to the larger Race Shuttle 3. The fixed or tilt-bed choice suits both low-slung cars and everyday road cars.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Brian James Race Shuttle 2?

The Brian James Digger Plant 2 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 Race Shuttle 2 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter offered in fixed or tilt-bed form.

Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Brian James Race Shuttle 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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