Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Lider 32650
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 200kg heavier gross and is 43kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Lider 32650 weighs 43kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Lider 32650 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2500kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 600kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 406 x 215cm |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | 2 |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Lider 32650. 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 200kg heavier gross
- you want one that is 43kg lighter empty
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 32650 if...
Suits tradespeople and plant hirers who need to carry a mini digger, mower or pallet loads on a flat deck; the twin braked axles and 1900kg payload give more headroom than a single-axle flatbed.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Lider 32650?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 200kg heavier gross and is 43kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Lider 32650 is a a braked twin-axle flatbed trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider 32650?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 43kg lighter empty than the Lider 32650.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider 32650 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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