Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Humbaur Steely
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,522kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,522kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 630kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Humbaur Steely. 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 1,522kg 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 Steely if...
The Steely is Humbaur's budget single-axle trailer, built with a hot-dip galvanised chassis as what the manufacturer describes as an entry point into trailer ownership. It suits light garden, construction-site and hobby loads rather than heavier trade use.
Full Steely specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Humbaur Steely?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,522kg more. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Humbaur Steely is a a small, unbraked single-axle flatbed trailer aimed at first-time buyers and light garden/site use..
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Humbaur Steely?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,522kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Humbaur Steely 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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