Head to head
Humbaur Steely vs Tickners CP53
The Humbaur Steely carries 265kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Humbaur Steely carries 265kg more.
- Gross weight: the Humbaur Steely is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur Steely | Tickners CP53 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 500kg |
| Payload | 630kg | 365kg |
| Inner length | 2050mm | - |
| Inner width | 1095mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 135kg |
| Internal length | - | 1470mm |
| Internal width | - | 865mm |
| Internal height | - | 900mm |
| Axles | - | 1 |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Humbaur Steely, Tickners CP53. 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 265kg more
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
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 CP53 if...
Tickners' smallest, lightest box trailer, for buyers who only need occasional light-duty use such as camping trips or small hauls.
Full CP53 specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur Steely and the Tickners CP53?
The Humbaur Steely carries 265kg more and 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 Tickners CP53 is a a small unbraked single-axle box trailer from Tickners' CP range..
Which carries more, the Humbaur Steely or the Tickners CP53?
The Humbaur Steely, by 265kg.
Can I tow the Humbaur Steely or the Tickners CP53 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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