Head to head
Humbaur Steely vs Maypole MP6815
The Humbaur Steely is rated 251kg heavier gross and carries 208kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Humbaur Steely is rated 251kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Humbaur Steely carries 208kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur Steely | Maypole MP6815 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 499kg |
| Payload | 630kg | 422kg |
| Inner length | 2050mm | - |
| Inner width | 1095mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 77kg |
| Internal length | - | 145cm |
| Internal width | - | 100cm |
| Internal height | - | 32cm |
Sources: Humbaur Steely, Maypole MP6815. 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 is rated 251kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 208kg 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 MP6815 if...
A mid-sized general purpose trailer for buyers who want more bed length than the MP6812 while staying light enough for a small car to tow.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
- Towy Trailer Centre - Llandeilo, Ffairfach
Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur Steely and the Maypole MP6815?
The Humbaur Steely is rated 251kg heavier gross and carries 208kg more. The Humbaur Steely is a a small, unbraked single-axle flatbed trailer aimed at first-time buyers and light garden/site use.; the Maypole MP6815 is a a small unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight..
Which carries more, the Humbaur Steely or the Maypole MP6815?
The Humbaur Steely, by 208kg.
Can I tow the Humbaur Steely or the Maypole MP6815 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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