Head to head
Brian James Box Van 600 vs Humbaur Steely
The Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,199kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Box Van 600 carries 1,199kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Box Van 600 | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 1829kg | 630kg |
| Internal bed | 3.0m x 1.6m | - |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | - |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Brian James Box Van 600, Humbaur Steely. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Box Van 600 if...
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,199kg more
Bought by tradespeople and small delivery operators who need goods kept dry and out of sight rather than carried on an open flatbed. Its 2700kg rating keeps it inside the range towable by many car-derived vans.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
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 Brian James Box Van 600 and the Humbaur Steely?
The Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,199kg more. The Brian James Box Van 600 is a a small enclosed twin-axle box van 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 Brian James Box Van 600 or the Humbaur Steely?
The Brian James Box Van 600, by 1,199kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Box Van 600 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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