Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Lider 39770
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 39770 is 127kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 127kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Lider 39770 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 430kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 361 x 185 x 11cm |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | 1 |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Lider 39770. 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 1.1 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 39770 if...
- you want one that is 127kg lighter empty
A lighter single-axle car transporter for owners of small cars, motorhomes-with-tow-cars or similar, sized to be towed by a mid-range family car.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Lider 39770?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Lider 39770 is 127kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Lider 39770 is a a braked single-axle car transporter trailer rated at 1600kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider 39770?
The Lider 39770. It is 127kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider 39770 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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