Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 1,883kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg weighs 1,883kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 2440kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg. 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 1,883kg 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 Equinox 3,500kg if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A mid-range motorised horsebox for two horses, sitting between the small Apollo and the larger 4,500kg Equinox and 7-tonne-plus models. It suits owners who want a proper horsebox cab and living space but not a 7.5 tonne licence.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 1,883kg lighter empty. The Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg is rated 800kg 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 Equinox 3,500kg is a 3.5 tonne motorised 2-horse horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 1,883kg lighter empty than the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Equi-Trek Equinox 3,500kg 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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