Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Ifor Williams GX84
The Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 75cm (2.5ft) longer and is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 75cm (2.5ft) longer.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Ifor Williams GX84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | 2.45m x 1.27m |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 540kg |
| Payload | - | 2160kg |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Ifor Williams GX84. 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 75cm (2.5ft) longer
- you want one that is rated 800kg 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 GX84 if...
An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 75cm (2.5ft) longer and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant is a a twin-axle plant trailer built for carrying a mini excavator or similar machine; the Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Ifor Williams GX84 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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