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Brian James Race Transporter 6 vs Humbaur Steely

The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,430kg more.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Brian James Race Transporter 6
Brian James Race Transporter 6 - image: Racecarsdirect
Humbaur Steely
Humbaur Steely - image: humbaur.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Brian James Race Transporter 6Humbaur Steely
Gross weight3500kg750kg
Payloadup to 2060kg630kg
Unladen weightfrom 1440kg-
Internal width2.13m / 2.35m-
Internal bed5.5m / 6.0m / 6.5m long-
AxlesTri-axle-
Inner length-2050mm
Inner width-1095mm

Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 6, Humbaur Steely. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Race Transporter 6 if...

  • you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
  • you want one that carries 1,430kg more

Chosen by professional race and recovery outfits carrying wider GT or modified cars that need the extra internal width over the Race Transporter 4 and 5. The tri-axle chassis and electric tilt-bed suit frequent, heavier-duty use.

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Full Race Transporter 6 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 Brian James Race Transporter 6 and the Humbaur Steely?

The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,430kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 6 is a a tri-axle electric tilt-bed car transporter for heavier or wider vehicles; 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 Race Transporter 6 or the Humbaur Steely?

The Brian James Race Transporter 6, by 1,430kg.

Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 6 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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