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Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs HM Trailers DC20

The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant. The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Digger Plant 2
Brian James Digger Plant 2 - image: fieldfare.co.uk
DC20
HM Trailers DC20

Specifications side by side

Brian James Digger Plant 2HM Trailers DC20
AxlesTwin (13in wheels)2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels
Gross weight2700kg-
Unladen weight557kg-
Payload2152kg-
Internal bed2.8m x 1.3m-
Capacity-12 cubic metres
Body length-5200mm (17ft)
Width-2550mm (8ft 4in)
Overall length-7284mm (23ft)
Max tipped height-6210mm (20ft 4in)

Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, HM Trailers DC20. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Digger Plant 2 if...

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.

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Buy or hire the DC20 if...

A dump trailer for hauling muck, aggregate or waste on a construction site, built to tip clear over a high-sided skip or wagon. Its round-axle running gear and reinforced chassis suit off-road site use rather than road haulage.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the HM Trailers DC20?

The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer.

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