Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Erde CH451
The Erde CH451 is 448kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,658kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 448kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,658kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Erde CH451 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 600kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 109kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 494kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 200 x 117cm |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Erde CH451. 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 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,658kg 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 CH451 if...
- you want one that is 448kg lighter empty
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451 is 448kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,658kg more. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde CH451?
The Erde CH451. It is 448kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde CH451?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,658kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde CH451 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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