Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Tickners ECO644
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,617kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Tickners ECO644 is 342kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026


Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,617kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 342kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Tickners ECO644 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 215kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 535kg |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | 1 |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Internal length | - | 1800mm |
| Internal width | - | 1175mm |
| Internal height | - | 1190mm |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Tickners ECO644. 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 1,617kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg 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 ECO644 if...
- you want one that is 342kg lighter empty
A budget box trailer for buyers wanting a lightweight, lockable trailer for camping, DIY or light haulage without a braked axle.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Tickners ECO644?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,617kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Tickners ECO644 is 342kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Tickners ECO644 is a an unbraked single-axle box trailer with a lift-off lid, from Tickners' Eco Box range..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Tickners ECO644?
The Tickners ECO644. It is 342kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Tickners ECO644?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,617kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Tickners ECO644 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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