Head to head
Bateson PT56 vs Humbaur Steely
The Bateson PT56 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT56 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT56 | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Deck length | 5m (16ft) | - |
| Deck width | 2.1m (7ft) | - |
| Axles | Triple axle, auto-reversing overrun brakes | - |
| Ramp | Hinged rear ramp, 75cm high | - |
| Payload | - | 630kg |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Bateson PT56, Humbaur Steely. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT56 if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
A tri-axle tilt-bed trailer that lowers to ground level so plant, vehicles or awkward loads can be driven or winched straight on without ramps. Its low deck and tilt action suit hire firms moving mixed loads rather than one type of vehicle.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
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 PT56 and the Humbaur Steely?
The Bateson PT56 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross. The Bateson PT56 is a tri-axle hydraulic tilt 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 PT56 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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