Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 702kg more and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is 7kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 702kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 700kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 7kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 550kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 1450kg |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | Twin |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Internal length | - | 2450mm |
| Internal width | - | 1280mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin 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 702kg more
- you want one that is rated 700kg 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 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 7kg lighter empty
A step up in payload and stability over the single-axle 8x4 for small building and agricultural contractors, with braked twin axles for safer towing at higher gross weights.
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 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 702kg more and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is 7kg 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 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8.2ft x 4.2ft braked twin axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer. It is 7kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 702kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin 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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