Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams BV64e
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,852kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 357kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,852kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 357kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams BV64e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 200kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 300kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.85m |
| Internal width | - | 1.15m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams BV64e. 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 1,852kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 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 BV64e if...
- you want one that is 357kg lighter empty
A light domestic trailer for anyone wanting to lock away and weatherproof small loads like garden tools, motorbikes or market stock, towable by almost any car since it needs no brakes or driving licence upgrade.
Listed by
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,852kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV64e is 357kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Ifor Williams BV64e is a a small unbraked enclosed box trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Ifor Williams BV64e. It is 357kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams BV64e?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,852kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams BV64e 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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