Head to head
Humbaur Steely vs Ifor Williams P5
The Humbaur Steely carries 271kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Humbaur Steely carries 271kg more.
- Gross weight: the Humbaur Steely is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur Steely | Ifor Williams P5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 630kg | 359kg |
| Inner length | 2050mm | - |
| Inner width | 1095mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 141kg |
| Internal bed | - | 1.53m x 1.02m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Humbaur Steely, Ifor Williams P5. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Steely if...
- you want one that carries 271kg more
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
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 P5 if...
A light general-purpose trailer for domestic buyers moving garden waste, small loads or a mower, chosen for its low unladen weight so it can be towed by almost any car.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur Steely and the Ifor Williams P5?
The Humbaur Steely carries 271kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross. 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 P5 is a the smallest unbraked domestic trailer Ifor Williams makes.
Which carries more, the Humbaur Steely or the Ifor Williams P5?
The Humbaur Steely, by 271kg.
Can I tow the Humbaur Steely or the Ifor Williams P5 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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