Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Nugent T3118H
The Nugent T3118H is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Nugent T3118H is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Nugent T3118H | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3,500kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | - |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| External body | - | Approximately 3.1m x 1.8m (10ft 2in x 5ft 11in) |
| Brakes | - | Braked, twin axle |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Nugent T3118H. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Digger Plant 2 if...
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 T3118H if...
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A heavy-duty tipper aimed at agricultural and construction users, with reinforced sides and Nugent Dual Drive suspension. It competes directly with the Ifor Williams TT range and is usually cross-shopped against it on specification and lead time rather than on price alone.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Nugent T3118H?
The Nugent T3118H is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Nugent T3118H is a tipping trailer, twin axle.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Nugent T3118H 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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