Head to head
Bateson 27-16 Transporter vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 565kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 27-16 Transporter weighs 565kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 27-16 Transporter | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,750kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 715kg | 150 kg |
| Bed | 4,860mm x 1,870mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reversing over-run | - |
| Payload | - | 350 kg |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Bateson 27-16 Transporter, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 27-16 Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 2,250kg heavier gross
A hydraulic tilt-bed transporter used by recovery operators, car dealers and track-day owners. The hydraulic tilt rather than a winch and ramps is the whole reason to choose it: loading a low or non-running car alone is simple in a way it is not on a flatbed.
Full 27-16 Transporter specifications →Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 565kg 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 27-16 Transporter and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 565kg lighter empty. The Bateson 27-16 Transporter is a hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, twin axle class; 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 27-16 Transporter or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 565kg lighter empty than the Bateson 27-16 Transporter.
Can I tow the Bateson 27-16 Transporter 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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