Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams P5
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,793kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 416kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,793kg 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 416kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 1.27m (4ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 141kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 359kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams P5. 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 1,793kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 1.27m (4ft) 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 P5 if...
- you want one that is 416kg lighter empty
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,793kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P5 is 416kg 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 P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Ifor Williams P5. It is 416kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,793kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams P5 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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