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Brian James Digger Plant vs Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 10 x 5 (AD35105BTS)

The Brian James Digger Plant is a a twin-axle plant trailer built for carrying a mini excavator or similar machine. The Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 10 x 5 (AD35105BTS) is a 10 ft x 5 ft 3.5 tonne beavertail plant trailer.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Digger Plant
Brian James Digger Plant - image: Fieldfare Trailer Centre
Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 10 x 5 (AD35105BTS)
Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 10 x 5 (AD35105BTS) - image: Indespension

Specifications side by side

Brian James Digger PlantIndespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 10 x 5 (AD35105BTS)
Gross weight3500kg3500kg
Internal bed3.2m x 1.7m-
AxlesTwin (12in wheels)-
Unladen weight-745kg
Payload-2755kg
Internal size-3.04 x 1.68
Bed height-430mm

Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 10 x 5 (AD35105BTS). Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Digger Plant if...

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.

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Buy or hire the Challenger 50 Beavertail 10 x 5 (AD35105BTS) if...

A UK built galvanised plant trailer with a low loading beavertail for mini diggers, scissor lifts and rollers. Common on mini digger hire fleets and with small groundworks firms.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 10 x 5 (AD35105BTS)?

The Brian James Digger Plant is a a twin-axle plant trailer built for carrying a mini excavator or similar machine; the Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 10 x 5 (AD35105BTS) is a 10 ft x 5 ft 3.5 tonne beavertail plant trailer.

Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Indespension Challenger 50 Beavertail 10 x 5 (AD35105BTS) 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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