Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams GD105
The Ifor Williams GD105 has a bed 31cm (1ft) longer. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 28kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GD105 has a bed 31cm (1ft) longer.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GD105 weighs 28kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams GD105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2,700kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 585kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 3.11m x 1.58m (10ft 2in x 5ft 2in) |
| Payload | 2152kg | - |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams GD105. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Digger Plant 2 if...
- you want one that is 28kg lighter empty
Fits landscapers and small contractors running a micro or mini excavator that does not need the bigger bed of the standard Digger Plant. The lower unladen weight leaves more of the gross rating free for the machine itself.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Lancaster trailer hire - ELY
Buy or hire the GD105 if...
- you want one that has a bed 31cm (1ft) longer
The same market as the GD85 with about 60cm more bed length, which is the difference between fitting a load and not. Landscapers and anyone moving long materials or a quad choose it for the length rather than the payload, which is unchanged.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Ifor Williams GD105?
The Ifor Williams GD105 has a bed 31cm (1ft) longer. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 28kg lighter empty. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Ifor Williams GD105 is a general duty box trailer, twin axle, longer bed.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams GD105?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 28kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GD105.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams GD105 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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