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Brian James Digger Plant vs Brian James Eco Plant
The Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 90cm (3ft) longer and is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 2 November 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 90cm (3ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Brian James Eco Plant | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2600kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | Twin |
| Unladen weight | - | from 450kg |
| Payload | - | up to 2183kg |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Brian James Eco Plant. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Digger Plant if...
- you want one that has a bed 90cm (3ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
Used by groundworkers and plant hire firms to move a mini digger between sites behind a pickup or 4x4. Its bed size and gross weight target machines around the 3 to 3.5 tonne mark rather than heavier plant.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the Eco Plant if...
Aimed at gardeners, groundcare contractors and farmers moving small low-clearance kit such as compact tractors or turf equipment. It undercuts the General Plant and Digger Plant ranges on price and weight for buyers who do not need a full-size plant trailer.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Brian James Eco Plant?
The Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 90cm (3ft) longer and is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant is a a twin-axle plant trailer built for carrying a mini excavator or similar machine; the Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Brian James Eco Plant 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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