Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Erde PM310
The Erde PM310 is 497kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,912kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 497kg 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 1,912kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Erde PM310 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 60kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 240kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 200 x 112cm |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Erde PM310. 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 1,912kg 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 PM310 if...
- you want one that is 497kg lighter empty
A lightweight option for owners of smaller motorcycles or scooters who want the least weight to tow. The 200 x 112cm bed suits scooters, trail bikes and smaller road bikes, and the 60kg unladen weight barely registers on a tow car.
Listed by
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Erde PM310?
The Erde PM310 is 497kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,912kg more. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Erde PM310 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde PM310?
The Erde PM310. It is 497kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde PM310?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,912kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde PM310 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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