Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Lider 39401
The Lider 39401 is 427kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 427kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Lider 39401 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 130kg |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | 1 |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Internal length | - | 178cm |
| Internal width | - | 126cm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Lider 39401. 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 1,950kg 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 39401 if...
- you want one that is 427kg lighter empty
A step up from the 39400E for owners of larger or heavier motorcycles who still want to stay under the unbraked 750kg threshold.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Lider 39401?
The Lider 39401 is 427kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Lider 39401 is a an unbraked single-axle trailer for carrying one motorcycle..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider 39401?
The Lider 39401. It is 427kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider 39401 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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