Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Erde PM320
The Erde PM320 is 497kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,916kg more and is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 497kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,916kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Erde PM320 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 300kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 60kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 236kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 200 x 112cm |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Erde PM320. 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 carries 1,916kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross
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 PM320 if...
- you want one that is 497kg lighter empty
Near-identical to the PM310, rated for slightly heavier motorcycles up to 236kg. The two are the same trailer to look at, so the number to check before buying is the wet weight of the bike you intend to carry.
Listed by
- 1Stop Trailers Ltd - Sudbury, Little Waldingfield
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Erde PM320?
The Erde PM320 is 497kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,916kg more and is rated 2.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Erde PM320 is a a small unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde PM320?
The Erde PM320. It is 497kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde PM320?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,916kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Erde PM320 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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