Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Maypole MP6819
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,773kg more and is rated 2,201kg heavier gross. The Maypole MP6819 is 437kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,773kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 2,201kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 437kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Maypole MP6819 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 499kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 120kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 379kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Internal length | - | 186cm |
| Internal width | - | 116cm |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Maypole MP6819. 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 1,773kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,201kg 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 MP6819 if...
- you want one that is 437kg lighter empty
The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.
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 MP6819?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,773kg more and is rated 2,201kg heavier gross. The Maypole MP6819 is 437kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Maypole MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Maypole MP6819?
The Maypole MP6819. It is 437kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Maypole MP6819?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,773kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Maypole MP6819 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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