Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Erde CH751
The Erde CH751 is 426kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,527kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 426kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,527kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Erde CH751 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 131kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 625kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Erde CH751. 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 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,527kg 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 CH751 if...
- you want one that is 426kg lighter empty
The higher-capacity version of the CH451 chassis for buyers building a heavier custom body or fitting a motorcycle carrier deck.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Erde CH751?
The Erde CH751 is 426kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,527kg more. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Erde CH751 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 750kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde CH751?
The Erde CH751. It is 426kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde CH751?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,527kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde CH751 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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