Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Lider 37385
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Lider 37385 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | 304 x 171 x 10cm |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | 1 |
| Unladen weight | - | 370kg |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Lider 37385. 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 2.2 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 37385 if...
The higher-capacity version of the 37380 tilt-bed, giving tradespeople a bit more payload for the same tilting, ramp-free loading deck.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Lider 37385?
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.2 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 Lider 37385 is a a braked single-axle tilt-bed flatbed trailer rated at 1300kg gross weight..
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Lider 37385 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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