Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Bateson 12LT carries 610kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 190kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 12LT carries 610kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 12LT is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 12LT weighs 190kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 950kg | 340 kg |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 12LT if...
- you want one that carries 610kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
The 12LT is Bateson's entry-level livestock trailer, the only single-axle model in its livestock range, aimed at smallholders and farmers moving calves, sheep or pigs in smaller numbers than a full cattle trailer would carry. Its low GVW keeps it towable by smaller 4x4s and pickups.
Full 12LT specifications →Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 190kg lighter empty
The Galaxy SW345PN suits owners of inflatables and small RIBs who want the lightest trailer that still meets EU type approval, since its 500kg gross weight lets many small cars tow it without extra licence categories. Its multi-roller bed is built for a soft or RIB hull rather than a hard-chine motorboat.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 12LT and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Bateson 12LT carries 610kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 190kg lighter empty. The Bateson 12LT is a the smallest trailer in Bateson's livestock range, a single-axle trailer for calves, sheep and pigs.; the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is a a lightweight single-axle boat trailer from Sun Way's Galaxy range, designed for inflatable and rigid inflatable boats..
Which is lighter, the Bateson 12LT or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 190kg lighter empty than the Bateson 12LT.
Which carries more, the Bateson 12LT or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Bateson 12LT, by 610kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN 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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