Head to head
Humbaur Steely vs Ifor Williams GH146
The Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,960kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH146 carries 1,960kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur Steely | Ifor Williams GH146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 3500kg |
| Payload | 630kg | 2590kg |
| Inner length | 2050mm | - |
| Inner width | 1095mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 910kg |
| Internal bed | - | 4.285m x 1.84m |
Sources: Humbaur Steely, Ifor Williams GH146. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
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 →Buy or hire the GH146 if...
- you want one that is rated 2,750kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,960kg more
Aimed at plant hire operators who need the longest bed in the GH range for larger excavators or two smaller machines, with a tri-axle chassis to keep payload up within the 3500kg limit.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur Steely and the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 2,750kg heavier gross and carries 1,960kg more. The Humbaur Steely is a a small, unbraked single-axle flatbed trailer aimed at first-time buyers and light garden/site use.; the Ifor Williams GH146 is a a tri-axle long-bed plant trailer.
Which carries more, the Humbaur Steely or the Ifor Williams GH146?
The Ifor Williams GH146, by 1,960kg.
Can I tow the Humbaur Steely or the Ifor Williams GH146 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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