Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams Eventa L
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 1,395kg lighter empty and carries 604kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L weighs 1,395kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 604kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams Eventa L | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 1952kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 1548kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Internal length | - | 5.22m |
| Internal width | - | 2.21m |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams Eventa L. 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 1,395kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 604kg 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 Eventa L if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
For owners who compete away from home and want to sleep or change in the trailer rather than tow a separate caravan, combining a two-horse area with a fitted living/changing section. It sits at the entry point of Ifor Williams' living-away range, below the larger Eventa M.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 1,395kg lighter empty and carries 604kg more. The Ifor Williams Eventa L is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Ifor Williams Eventa L is a a two-horse living-away horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 1,395kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams Eventa L.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams Eventa L?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 604kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams Eventa L 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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