Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,642kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 317kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,642kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 317kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 240kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 510kg |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | Single |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Internal length | - | 1820mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 carries 1,642kg more
- 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 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 317kg lighter empty
An entry-level box trailer for tradespeople and gardeners moving small loads of tools, waste or turf, light enough to tow on a car licence without a trailer test. Its 750kg gross weight keeps it under the unbraked trailer limit.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,642kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 317kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 6ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 317kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,642kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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