Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams HBE506
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 927kg more and is 218kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 927kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 218kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 700kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams HBE506 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 775kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 1225kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.26m |
| Internal width | - | 1.67m |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams HBE506. 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 927kg more
- you want one that is 218kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 700kg 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 HBE506 if...
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
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 HBE506?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 927kg more and is 218kg 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 HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 218kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams HBE506?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 927kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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