Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Ifor Williams P5
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 1.67m (5.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 1.67m (5.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 141kg |
| Payload | - | 359kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Ifor Williams P5. 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 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 1.67m (5.5ft) 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 P5 if...
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 1.67m (5.5ft) 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 P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Ifor Williams P5 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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