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Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail
The PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail has a bed 2.08m (7ft) longer and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 177kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail has a bed 2.08m (7ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail is rated 300kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 177kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 3,000kg (twin axle, 10in wheels) up to 3,500kg (twin axle 13in wheels, and all tri axle models) |
| Payload | 2152kg | 1,975kg to 2,550kg depending on configuration |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 4.88m to 6.40m long, 2.13m or 2.28m wide |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | Twin or Tri |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked (Alko AAA self-adjusting brakes) |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail. 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 177kg 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 ProLine Beavertail if...
- you want one that has a bed 2.08m (7ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 300kg heavier gross
The ProLine Beavertail suits owners of low-ground-clearance cars, since its beavertail ramp lets a car drive on and off without grounding, unlike a flat-bed transporter. PRG offers it across twin and tri-axle chassis so buyers can match the trailer to a 3000kg or 3500kg tow limit.
Listed by
- Compass Trailers - Lewes, Ringmer
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail?
The PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail has a bed 2.08m (7ft) longer and is rated 300kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 177kg more. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail is a pRG Trailers' open beavertail car trailer range, built with a hinged tail ramp for loading low cars..
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 177kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail 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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