Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Ifor Williams P6e
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and has a bed 1.22m (4ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 1.22m (4ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Ifor Williams P6e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | 1.98m x 1.21m |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 172kg |
| Payload | - | 578kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Ifor Williams P6e. 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 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that has a bed 1.22m (4ft) 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 P6e if...
A step up from the P5 for domestic and light trade users who need a slightly bigger bed while staying under the 750kg limit that avoids the need for brakes.
Listed by
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Ifor Williams P6e?
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and has a bed 1.22m (4ft) 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 P6e is a a small unbraked general-purpose trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Ifor Williams P6e 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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