Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Lider Alicante
The Lider Alicante is 421kg 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 421kg 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 Alicante | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 136kg |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | 1 |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Internal length | - | 150cm |
| Internal width | - | 100cm |
| Internal height | - | 39cm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Lider Alicante. 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 Alicante if...
- you want one that is 421kg lighter empty
A low-cost, lightweight trailer for campers and DIY users who want an occasional-use box trailer that any car can tow. At 136kg unladen it is light enough to move by hand around a drive, and the lift-off lid means it can be loaded from any side rather than over a tailgate.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante is 421kg 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 Alicante is a a small unbraked single-axle camping and general purpose trailer with a lift-off lid..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider Alicante?
The Lider Alicante. It is 421kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Lider Alicante 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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