Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,760kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 340kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,760kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 340kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 340 kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 26MD if...
- you want one that carries 1,760kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
A compact plant trailer built to carry a 1.5 to 2 tonne mini excavator plus buckets and attachments. It is a common sight behind pickups on groundworks and landscaping jobs, sized to stay within an unbraked or standard car licence towing limit.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 340kg 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 26MD and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,760kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 340kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; 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 26MD or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 340kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,760kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD 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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