Head to head
Bockmann Master vs Humbaur Steely
The Bockmann Master is rated 1,650kg heavier gross and carries 686kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bockmann Master is rated 1,650kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bockmann Master carries 686kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bockmann Master | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2400kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 1316kg | 630kg |
| Internal length | 3560mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2350mm | - |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Bockmann Master, Humbaur Steely. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Master if...
- you want one that is rated 1,650kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 686kg more
The entry point into Bockmann's polyester-bodied trailer range, aimed at owners of one or two horses who want a simple, low-maintenance trailer rather than an aluminium premium model. It competes on price against other basic 2-horse trailers.
Full Master 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 Bockmann Master and the Humbaur Steely?
The Bockmann Master is rated 1,650kg heavier gross and carries 686kg more. The Bockmann Master is a polyester-bodied 2-horse trailer with tack room; 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 Bockmann Master or the Humbaur Steely?
The Bockmann Master, by 686kg.
Can I tow the Bockmann Master 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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