Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,657kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,657kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 82cm (2.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 495kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 1985mm x 1220mm |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Tyres | - | 145/70R13 |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM. 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 1,657kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 82cm (2.5ft) longer
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
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
Buy or hire the MEG7564TRM if...
A 6'6" x 4' unbraked general purpose trailer with mesh sides and a loading ramp, sized for garden waste, small plant and tip runs. A common entry-level trailer at UK trailer dealers.
Listed by
- Liverseed Trailers - Preston, Lostock Hall, Penwortham
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,657kg more and 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 Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM is a general purpose trailer with mesh sides and ramp.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,657kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Meredith & Eyre MEG7564TRM 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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