Head to head
Brian James Digger Plant 2 vs Ifor Williams GX105
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 118kg lighter empty and carries 127kg more. The Ifor Williams GX105 has a bed 23cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GX105 weighs 118kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams GX105 has a bed 23cm longer.
- Payload: the Brian James Digger Plant 2 carries 127kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Digger Plant 2 | Ifor Williams GX105 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 2700kg |
| Unladen weight | 557kg | 675kg |
| Payload | 2152kg | 2025kg |
| Internal bed | 2.8m x 1.3m | 3.03m x 1.57m |
| Axles | Twin (13in wheels) | - |
Sources: Brian James Digger Plant 2, Ifor Williams GX105. 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 118kg lighter empty
- you want one that carries 127kg more
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 GX105 if...
- you want one that has a bed 23cm longer
A plant hire and groundworks trailer for skid-steers or mini excavators that need a longer bed than the GX84 but not the higher 3500kg gross weight of the GX105HD.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Digger Plant 2 and the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is 118kg lighter empty and carries 127kg more. The Ifor Williams GX105 has a bed 23cm longer. The Brian James Digger Plant 2 is a a smaller twin-axle plant trailer for lighter diggers and compact plant; the Ifor Williams GX105 is a a mid-size plant trailer with a skid or ramp loading option.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2. It is 118kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GX105.
Which carries more, the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams GX105?
The Brian James Digger Plant 2, by 127kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Digger Plant 2 or the Ifor Williams GX105 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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