Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,319kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,319kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB403 weighs 210kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 767kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 833kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.08m |
| Internal width | - | 1.30m |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams HB403. 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 1,319kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 210kg 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 HB403 if...
The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,319kg more and is rated 1.1 tonnes 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 HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 210kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB403.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,319kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams HB403 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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