Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Cheval Liberte Touring One
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,302kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,302kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Cheval Liberte Touring One weighs 193kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Cheval Liberte Touring One | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 850kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Internal length | - | 3200mm |
| Internal width | - | 1360mm |
| Internal height | - | 2250mm |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Cheval Liberte Touring One. 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 carries 1,302kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 193kg lighter empty
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 Touring One if...
An entry-level single-horse trailer aimed at owners with one horse and a smaller tow vehicle, since its low unladen weight keeps it within reach of many car-based towing limits. It is a common first trailer for leisure riders.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,302kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Cheval Liberte Touring One is a lightweight single-horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 193kg lighter empty than the Cheval Liberte Touring One.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Cheval Liberte Touring One?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,302kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Cheval Liberte Touring One 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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