Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Equi-Trek Apollo
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 288kg lighter empty and is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Apollo weighs 288kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Equi-Trek Apollo | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2000kg / 2600kg (depending on spec) |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 845kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Equi-Trek Apollo. 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 288kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 700kg 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 Apollo if...
Equi-Trek's smallest motorised horsebox, built to be driveable on a standard car licence in its lighter configuration. It suits owners moving up from a trailer who want a small horsebox without a 7.5 tonne licence requirement.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 288kg lighter empty and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Equi-Trek Apollo is a compact 2-horse motorised horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Equi-Trek Apollo?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 288kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Apollo.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Equi-Trek Apollo 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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