Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Debon Roadster C500
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 68kg lighter empty and is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Debon Roadster C500 weighs 68kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Debon Roadster C500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2,600kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 625kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,130mm x 1,640mm x 2,010mm |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Debon Roadster C500. 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 68kg lighter empty
- 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 Roadster C500 if...
A popular enclosed box trailer with market traders, mobile caterers and tradespeople who need secure, weatherproof storage in transit. The side-opening hatch version is the one most buyers want, because it allows quick access without swinging the rear doors open.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Debon Roadster C500?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 68kg lighter empty 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 Debon Roadster C500 is a enclosed box van trailer, twin axle.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Debon Roadster C500?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 68kg lighter empty than the Debon Roadster C500.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Debon Roadster C500 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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