Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Humbaur Steely
The Brian James General Plant is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,963kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 1,963kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 2593kg | 630kg |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | - |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Humbaur Steely. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Plant if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,963kg more
A tougher all-round plant trailer for contractors who need to move a range of machines - diggers, dumpers, rollers - rather than one specific type. The tri-axle chassis spreads load for towing at higher gross weight on public roads.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- 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 General Plant and the Humbaur Steely?
The Brian James General Plant is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,963kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; 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 General Plant or the Humbaur Steely?
The Brian James General Plant, by 1,963kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General Plant 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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