Head to head
Humbaur Steely vs Ifor Williams GX84
The Ifor Williams GX84 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,530kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX84 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GX84 carries 1,530kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur Steely | Ifor Williams GX84 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 630kg | 2160kg |
| Inner length | 2050mm | - |
| Inner width | 1095mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 540kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.45m x 1.27m |
Sources: Humbaur Steely, Ifor Williams GX84. 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 GX84 if...
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,530kg more
An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Corwen Trailer Centre - Corwen
Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur Steely and the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross and carries 1,530kg 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 GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range.
Which carries more, the Humbaur Steely or the Ifor Williams GX84?
The Ifor Williams GX84, by 1,530kg.
Can I tow the Humbaur Steely or the Ifor Williams GX84 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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