Head to head
Humbaur Steely vs Ifor Williams P6
The Ifor Williams P6 is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams P6 is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur Steely | Ifor Williams P6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 1000kg |
| Payload | 630kg | - |
| Inner length | 2050mm | - |
| Inner width | 1095mm | - |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Braked |
| Size | - | 6ft x 4ft |
Sources: Humbaur Steely, Ifor Williams P6. 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 P6 if...
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
Ifor Williams P6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. The small Ifor Williams general purpose trailer and the forerunner of the current P6e. Householders and gardeners use it for tip runs, garden waste and DIY materials behind almost any car.
Full P6 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur Steely and the Ifor Williams P6?
The Ifor Williams P6 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 P6 is a small general purpose trailer, 6ft x 4ft.
Can I tow the Humbaur Steely or the Ifor Williams P6 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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