Head to head
Humbaur Steely vs Meredith & Eyre MEF27146
The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1,950kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur Steely | Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 2700kg |
| Payload | 630kg | - |
| Inner length | 2050mm | - |
| Inner width | 1095mm | - |
| Internal frame dimensions | - | 4290 x 1990mm |
Sources: Humbaur Steely, Meredith & Eyre MEF27146. 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 MEF27146 if...
- you want one that is rated 1,950kg heavier gross
A general purpose flatbed trailer for tradespeople and small hauliers carrying palletised or bulky goods, sized in Meredith & Eyre's 20-series range above its smaller 16-series flatbeds.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur Steely and the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146?
The Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is rated 1,950kg 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 Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 is a flatbed goods trailer, 20-series range.
Can I tow the Humbaur Steely or the Meredith & Eyre MEF27146 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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