Head to head
Humbaur Steely vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Humbaur Steely carries 98kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Humbaur Steely carries 98kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur Steely | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 630kg | 532kg |
| Inner length | 2050mm | - |
| Inner width | 1095mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 218kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Humbaur Steely, Ifor Williams P8e. 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 98kg more
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 P8e if...
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur Steely and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Humbaur Steely carries 98kg 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 P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which carries more, the Humbaur Steely or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Humbaur Steely, by 98kg.
Can I tow the Humbaur Steely or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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