Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 2700kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | - |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Internal frame dimensions | - | 4290 x 1990mm |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. 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 800kg 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 MEF27146 if...
A general purpose flatbed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers carrying palletised or bulky goods, sized in Meredith & Eyre's 20-series range above its smaller 16-series flatbeds.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Brian James Digger Plant is a a twin-axle plant trailer built for carrying a mini excavator or similar machine; the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 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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