Head to head
Cheval Liberte HB vs Humbaur Steely
The Cheval Liberte HB is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Cheval Liberte HB is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Cheval Liberte HB | Humbaur Steely | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 750kg |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Payload | - | 630kg |
| Inner length | - | 2050mm |
| Inner width | - | 1095mm |
Sources: Cheval Liberte HB, Humbaur Steely. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HB if...
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
Cheval Liberte HB, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Horseboxes and horse trailers like this are chosen by private owners and competition yards moving horses to shows, vets and new yards.
Listed by
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
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 Cheval Liberte HB and the Humbaur Steely?
The Cheval Liberte HB is rated 1,950kg heavier gross. The Cheval Liberte HB is a horsebox or horse trailer range; the Humbaur Steely is a a small, unbraked single-axle flatbed trailer aimed at first-time buyers and light garden/site use..
Can I tow the Cheval Liberte HB 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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