Head to head
Bateson 26MD vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,750kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 350kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 26MD carries 1,750kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 26MD is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 26MD weighs 350kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 26MD | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 2,100kg | 350 kg |
| Internal bed length | 2,450mm | - |
| Internal bed width | 1,270mm | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Bateson 26MD, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 1,750kg 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 350kg 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 26MD and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 26MD carries 1,750kg more and is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 350kg lighter empty. The Bateson 26MD is a plant trailer for mini excavators up to 2,100kg; 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 26MD or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 350kg lighter empty than the Bateson 26MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 26MD or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 26MD, by 1,750kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 26MD 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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