Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Maypole MP6815
The Maypole MP6815 is 480kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2,201kg heavier gross and carries 1,730kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 480kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2,201kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,730kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Maypole MP6815 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 499kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 77kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 422kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Internal length | - | 145cm |
| Internal width | - | 100cm |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Maypole MP6815. 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 2,201kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,730kg more
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 MP6815 if...
- you want one that is 480kg lighter empty
A mid-sized general purpose trailer for buyers who want more bed length than the MP6812 while staying light enough for a small car to tow.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Maypole MP6815?
The Maypole MP6815 is 480kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2,201kg heavier gross and carries 1,730kg more. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Maypole MP6815 is a a small unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Maypole MP6815?
The Maypole MP6815. It is 480kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Maypole MP6815?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,730kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Maypole MP6815 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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