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Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Woodford GP Single Axle Box

The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Digger Plant 2
Brian James Digger Plant 2 - image: fieldfare.co.uk
GP Single Axle Box
Woodford GP Single Axle Box

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Digger Plant 2Woodford GP Single Axle Box
Gross weight2700kg750kg (unbraked)
Unladen weight557kg-
Payload2152kg-
Internal bed2.8m x 1.3m-
AxlesTwin (13in wheels)-
Tyres-500x10 6-ply
Internal width-1,455mm
Load bed length-2,100mm to 2,710mm depending on size
Floor-12mm phenolic-coated birchwood

Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Woodford GP Single Axle Box. 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 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.

Full Digger Plant 2 specifications →

Buy or hire the GP Single Axle Box if...

A small, lidded box trailer bought by tradespeople and households for tools, tip runs and light loads that need weather protection. Its 750kg unbraked rating means almost any car with a towbar can pull it.

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Full GP Single Axle Box specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Woodford GP Single Axle Box?

The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Woodford GP Single Axle Box is a small single axle box trailer range.

Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Woodford GP Single Axle Box 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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