Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Humbaur Steely
The Bateson PT66 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,935kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT66 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson PT66 carries 1,935kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | 630kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | - |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Axles | Triple | - |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Bateson PT66, Humbaur Steely. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT66 if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,935kg more
Bateson's largest hydraulic tilt trailer with triple hinged steel sides, used to move light commercial vehicles, plant and ground maintenance machinery. Its hydraulic tilt bed lets one person load without ramps.
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 PT66 and the Humbaur Steely?
The Bateson PT66 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,935kg more. The Bateson PT66 is a triple 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..
Which carries more, the Bateson PT66 or the Humbaur Steely?
The Bateson PT66, by 1,935kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 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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