Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Nugent G2512D
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 597kg more and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D is 112kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 597kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 700kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 112kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 28cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Nugent G2512D | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2000kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 445kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 1555kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 2520mm x 1270mm |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | Twin |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Nugent G2512D. 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 597kg more
- you want one that is rated 700kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 28cm 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
Buy or hire the G2512D if...
- you want one that is 112kg lighter empty
An entry-level general-purpose trailer for smallholders and light trade users who need a twin-axle chassis but not the larger bed of the G3015D.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Nugent G2512D?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 597kg more and is rated 700kg heavier gross. The Nugent G2512D is 112kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Nugent G2512D is a a compact twin-axle general-purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Nugent G2512D?
The Nugent G2512D. It is 112kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Nugent G2512D?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 597kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Nugent G2512D 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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