Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 823kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 36cm (1ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM85 carries 823kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 36cm (1ft) longer.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 32kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 525kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 2.44m x 1.52m |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams LM85. 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 has a bed 36cm (1ft) longer
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 LM85 if...
- you want one that carries 823kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 32kg lighter empty
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
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 LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 carries 823kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 36cm (1ft) longer. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85. It is 32kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85, by 823kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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