Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,212kg more and is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 227kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,212kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 weighs 227kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 has a bed 36cm (1ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | Single or Twin |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Woodford Widebody. 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 1,212kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 36cm (1ft) longer
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 Widebody if...
- you want one that is 227kg lighter empty
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 1,212kg more and is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Woodford Widebody is 227kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody. It is 227kg lighter empty than the Brian James Digger Plant 2.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 1,212kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Woodford Widebody 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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