Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Tickners GB855
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 802kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Tickners GB855 is 107kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 802kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 107kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Tickners GB855 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1800kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 450kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 1350kg |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | 2 |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | - |
| Internal length | - | 2430mm |
| Internal width | - | 1455mm |
| Internal height | - | 1470mm |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Tickners GB855. 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 802kg more
- you want one that is rated 900kg 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 GB855 if...
- you want one that is 107kg lighter empty
Aimed at tradespeople and small businesses needing a bigger payload box trailer for stock, tools or equipment. Braked and twin-axled at 1800kg gross, it carries 1350kg - about three times an unbraked box trailer - so it suits a working week rather than an occasional tip run.
Listed by
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Tickners GB855?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 802kg more and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Tickners GB855 is 107kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Tickners GB855 is a a braked twin-axle box trailer from Tickners' GB range, rated at 1800kg gross weight..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Tickners GB855?
The Tickners GB855. It is 107kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Tickners GB855?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 802kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Tickners GB855 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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