Head to head
Bateson 35-16 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2,320kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35-16 carries 2,320kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35-16 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35-16 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Payload | 2670kg | 350 kg |
| Size | 16' x 6'2" | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 150 kg |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Bateson 35-16, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35-16 if...
- you want one that carries 2,320kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
A 16-foot tilt-bed transporter used to move 4x4s, plant and light machinery without loading ramps, since the whole bed tilts to ground level. A staple of small plant hire and vehicle recovery fleets.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
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 35-16 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 35-16 carries 2,320kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 35-16 is a twin-axle hydraulic tilt transporter trailer; 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 carries more, the Bateson 35-16 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 35-16, by 2,320kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35-16 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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