Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Lider 37380
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 37380 is 275kg 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 275kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Lider 37380 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1000kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 282kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 304 x 171 x 10cm |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | 1 |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Lider 37380. 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
Buy or hire the 37380 if...
- you want one that is 275kg lighter empty
Suits buyers wanting a braked flatbed for a ride-on mower or small plant, where the tilting bed lets the load be winched or driven on without a separate ramp.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Lider 37380?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 37380 is 275kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Lider 37380 is a a braked single-axle tilt-bed flatbed trailer rated at 1000kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider 37380?
The Lider 37380. It is 275kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider 37380 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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