Head to head
Bateson 120V Van Trailer vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 110kg lighter empty. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is rated 250kg heavier gross and carries 140kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 120V Van Trailer weighs 110kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 120V Van Trailer is rated 250kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson 120V Van Trailer carries 140kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 120V Van Trailer | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 260kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 490kg | 350 kg |
| Internal length | 2050mm | - |
| Internal width | 1150mm | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Bateson 120V Van Trailer, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 120V Van Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 140kg more
A light unbraked box trailer with a galvanised chassis and fibreglass body, aimed at private buyers who want weatherproof, lockable storage behind a small car. Its low weight keeps it towable by vehicles with a modest unbraked limit.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 110kg lighter empty
The Galaxy SW385M16 suits owners of small motorboats who need some flexibility in trailer length, since its adjustable frame extends to suit different hull lengths up to about 4.6m. Its sliding galvanised axle lets the owner fine-tune nose weight for safer towing behind a smaller car.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 120V Van Trailer and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 110kg lighter empty. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is rated 250kg heavier gross and carries 140kg more. The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is a small unbraked fibreglass box trailer; the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is a a small adjustable-length boat trailer in Sun Way's Galaxy range, with a sliding axle to help balance the load when towing..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 110kg lighter empty than the Bateson 120V Van Trailer.
Which carries more, the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 120V Van Trailer, by 140kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 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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