Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 76cm (2.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 76cm (2.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 3500kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | 2.44m x 1.52m |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 525kg |
| Payload | - | 2975kg |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Ifor Williams LM85. 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 76cm (2.5ft) 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 LM85 if...
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 76cm (2.5ft) longer. The Brian James Digger Plant is a a twin-axle plant trailer built for carrying a mini excavator or similar machine; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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