Head to head
Humbaur Steely vs M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The Humbaur Steely carries 120kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Humbaur Steely carries 120kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur Steely | M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 750kg |
| Payload | 630kg | 510kg |
| Inner length | 2050mm | - |
| Inner width | 1095mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 240kg |
| Internal length | - | 1820mm |
| Internal width | - | 1220mm |
| Axles | - | Single |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Humbaur Steely, M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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 120kg 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 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
An entry-level box trailer for tradespeople and gardeners moving small loads of tools, waste or turf, light enough to tow on a car licence without a trailer test. Its 750kg gross weight keeps it under the unbraked trailer limit.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur Steely and the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Humbaur Steely carries 120kg more. The Humbaur Steely is a a small, unbraked single-axle flatbed trailer aimed at first-time buyers and light garden/site use.; the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 6ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which carries more, the Humbaur Steely or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The Humbaur Steely, by 120kg.
Can I tow the Humbaur Steely or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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