Head to head
Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Humbaur Steely
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Payload | - | 630kg |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Humbaur Steely. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
A large flatbed trailer for carrying machinery, building materials or vehicles, with the bed width and length expandable to suit the load. It is bought mainly by contractors and plant hire firms needing a 3.5 tonne platform.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
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 3550 Platform Trailer and the Humbaur Steely?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform trailer; the Humbaur Steely is a a small, unbraked single-axle flatbed trailer aimed at first-time buyers and light garden/site use..
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.