Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Humbaur Steely
The Bateson 12LT is rated 550kg heavier gross and carries 320kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 12LT is rated 550kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 12LT carries 320kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 950kg | 630kg |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | - |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Humbaur Steely. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 12LT if...
- you want one that is rated 550kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 320kg more
The 12LT is Bateson's entry-level livestock trailer, the only single-axle model in its livestock range, aimed at smallholders and farmers moving calves, sheep or pigs in smaller numbers than a full cattle trailer would carry. Its low GVW keeps it towable by smaller 4x4s and pickups.
Full 12LT specifications →Buy or hire the Steely if...
The Steely is Humbaur's budget single-axle trailer, built with a hot-dip galvanised chassis as what the manufacturer describes as an entry point into trailer ownership. It suits light garden, construction-site and hobby loads rather than heavier trade use.
Full Steely specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Humbaur Steely?
The Bateson 12LT is rated 550kg heavier gross and carries 320kg more. The Bateson 12LT is a the smallest trailer in Bateson's livestock range, a single-axle trailer for calves, sheep and pigs.; the Humbaur Steely is a a small, unbraked single-axle flatbed trailer aimed at first-time buyers and light garden/site use..
Which carries more, the Bateson 12LT or the Humbaur Steely?
The Bateson 12LT, by 320kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Humbaur Steely 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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