Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Debon Roadster C500
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Debon Roadster C500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2,600kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | - |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 625kg |
| Internal dimensions | - | 3,130mm x 1,640mm x 2,010mm |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Debon Roadster C500. 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 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 Roadster C500 if...
A popular enclosed box trailer with market traders, mobile caterers and tradespeople who need secure, weatherproof storage in transit. The side-opening hatch version is the one most buyers want, because it allows quick access without swinging the rear doors open.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Debon Roadster C500?
The Brian James Digger Plant 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 Debon Roadster C500 is a enclosed box van trailer, twin axle.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Debon Roadster C500 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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