Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams Q Range
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 257kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 257kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams Q Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1000kg (braked Q) |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 300kg (Q6b) |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Internal length | - | 1.95m (Q6b) |
| Internal width | - | 1.22m (Q6b) |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams Q Range. 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 is rated 1.7 tonnes 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
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
Buy or hire the Q Range if...
- you want one that is 257kg lighter empty
A compact trailer aimed at farm and domestic users who need something smaller and lighter than the General Duty range for routine loads around a smallholding or garden.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross. The Ifor Williams Q Range is 257kg 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 Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (Q) and unbraked (Unbraked Q) versions.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Ifor Williams Q Range. It is 257kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams Q Range 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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