Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Ifor Williams Q Range
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Ifor Williams Q Range | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1000kg (braked Q) |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | - |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 300kg (Q6b) |
| Internal length | - | 1.95m (Q6b) |
| Internal width | - | 1.22m (Q6b) |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Ifor Williams Q Range. 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 2.5 tonnes 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 Q Range if...
A compact trailer aimed at farm and domestic users who need something smaller and lighter than the General Duty range for routine loads around a smallholding or garden.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Ifor Williams Q Range?
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.5 tonnes 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 Q Range is a compact general-purpose trailer for agricultural and domestic use, in braked (Q) and unbraked (Unbraked Q) versions.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Ifor Williams Q Range 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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