Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,620kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 339kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,620kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 339kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 29cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 218kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 532kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 1,620kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 29cm 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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 339kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
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 P8e?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,620kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 339kg 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 P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 339kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,620kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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