Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Brian James Tipper 2
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross and has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Brian James Tipper 2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg to 3500kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | 2 or 3 (model dependent) |
| Unladen weight | - | 785kg to 1200kg |
| Payload | - | 1835kg to 2500kg |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Brian James Tipper 2. 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 is rated 800kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer
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 Tipper 2 if...
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Brian James Tipper 2?
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross and has a bed 50cm (1.5ft) longer. The Brian James Digger Plant is a a twin-axle plant trailer built for carrying a mini excavator or similar machine; the Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Brian James Tipper 2 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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