Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Debon 1300
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Debon 1300 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1300kg |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | Single |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | - |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 8ft |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Debon 1300. 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 1.4 tonnes 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 1300 if...
Debon 1300, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Box trailers give lockable, weatherproof load space, which is why market traders, house moves and tradespeople choose them over an open trailer.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Debon 1300?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Debon 1300 is a box trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Debon 1300 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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