Head to head
Bateson 12LT vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Bateson 12LT carries 600kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 200kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 12LT carries 600kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 12LT is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 12LT weighs 200kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 12LT | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1300kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 350kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 950kg | 350 kg |
| Internal length | 1800mm / 5'11" | - |
| Internal width | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm / 3'11" | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Bateson 12LT, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 600kg 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 200kg 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 12LT and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 12LT carries 600kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 200kg 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 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 12LT or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 200kg lighter empty than the Bateson 12LT.
Which carries more, the Bateson 12LT or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 12LT, by 600kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 12LT 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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