Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams BV106
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 343kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 448kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 weighs 343kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 448kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams BV106 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) |
| Payload | 2152kg | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Overall length | - | 4.70m |
| Internal load length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal width | - | 1.73m |
| Tyres | - | 155/70R12C |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams BV106. 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 343kg lighter empty
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 BV106 if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 448kg more
The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.
Full BV106 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 343kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 800kg heavier gross and carries 448kg more. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 343kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV106.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams BV106?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 448kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams BV106 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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