Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant vs Woodford Widebody
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 76cm (2.5ft) longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal bed: the Brian James Digger Plant has a bed 76cm (2.5ft) longer.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Internal bed | 3.2m x 1.7m | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | Single or Twin |
| Unladen weight | - | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | - | 940kg to 2806kg |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant, Woodford Widebody. 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
- you want one that has a bed 76cm (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 Widebody if...
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant and the Woodford Widebody?
The Brian James Digger Plant is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and has a bed 76cm (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 Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant or the Woodford Widebody 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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