Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Erde 102
The Erde 102 is 502kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,907kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 502kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,907kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Erde 102 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 55kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 245kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.06m / 3'5" |
| Internal width | - | 0.85m / 2'9" |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Erde 102. 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 2.4 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,907kg more
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 102 if...
- you want one that is 502kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Full 102 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Erde 102?
The Erde 102 is 502kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,907kg more. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde 102?
The Erde 102. It is 502kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde 102?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,907kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde 102 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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