Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Equi-Trek Day-Treka
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Equi-Trek Day-Treka | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2000kg (2500kg/3000kg upgrades available) |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | 2 |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 1095kg |
| Brakes | - | Braked (four fully braked wheels) |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Equi-Trek Day-Treka. 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 1.5 tonnes 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 Day-Treka if...
A day-use trailer with a separate tack/changing area but no overnight living space, sold as the lighter sibling to the Night-Treka. It suits competitors who want a private changing area without paying for sleeping accommodation.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Equi-Trek Day-Treka?
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant is a a twin-axle plant trailer built for carrying a mini excavator or similar machine; the Equi-Trek Day-Treka is a 2-horse trailer with a self-contained changing/tack area.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Equi-Trek Day-Treka 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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