Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and has a bed 69cm (2.5ft) 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 69cm (2.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 218kg |
| Payload | - | 532kg |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 69cm (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 P8e if...
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
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 P8e?
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and has a bed 69cm (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 P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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