Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Humbaur Steely
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,870kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 1,870kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 750kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 630kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | - |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Humbaur Steely. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
- you want one that carries 1,870kg more
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
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 Tipper and the Humbaur Steely?
The Brian James Tipper carries 1,870kg more and is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; 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 Tipper or the Humbaur Steely?
The Brian James Tipper, by 1,870kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 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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