Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Lider 34620
The Lider 34620 is 157kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 157kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Lider 34620 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2500kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 400kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 306 x 170cm |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | 2 |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Lider 34620. 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
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 34620 if...
- you want one that is 157kg lighter empty
A compact twin-axle flatbed for smallholders and landscapers who need to shift a compact tractor or bulk bags but do not have room to tow the longer 32650/32680 decks.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Lider 34620?
The Lider 34620 is 157kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 200kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Lider 34620 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 34620?
The Lider 34620. It is 157kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider 34620 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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