Head to head
Graham Edwards GP85DB vs Humbaur HTK
The Humbaur HTK is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 375kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Humbaur HTK is rated 900kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Humbaur HTK carries 375kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards GP85DB | Humbaur HTK | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 2175kg | 2550kg |
| Internal bed | 8'2" x 5' | 3.14m x 1.75m |
| Axles | Tandem | Twin |
| Brakes | Braked | Braked |
| Unladen weight | 425kg | - |
Sources: Graham Edwards GP85DB, Humbaur HTK. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GP85DB if...
A farm and smallholder trailer for loose or bagged loads, bales or livestock kit, built to Graham Edwards' tandem-axle braked general-purpose spec rather than the lighter single-axle unbraked version.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Buy or hire the HTK if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 375kg more
A heavy-duty three-way tipper for builders' merchants and groundworkers who need to tip to either side as well as the rear. The wide model line (2000kg to 3500kg gross) lets buyers pick a size without moving to a different range.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Graham Edwards GP85DB and the Humbaur HTK?
The Humbaur HTK is rated 900kg heavier gross and carries 375kg more. The Graham Edwards GP85DB is a a tandem-axle braked general-purpose dropside trailer; the Humbaur HTK is a a tandem-axle three-way tipping trailer for construction and agricultural use.
Which carries more, the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Humbaur HTK?
The Humbaur HTK, by 375kg.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards GP85DB or the Humbaur HTK 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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