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Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Internal bed | 5m x 2m (expandable to 6.7m x 2.43m) | - |
| Axles | 2 (3 optional) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 150 kg |
| Payload | - | 350 kg |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 3550 Platform Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
A large flatbed trailer for carrying machinery, building materials or vehicles, with the bed width and length expandable to suit the load. It is bought mainly by contractors and plant hire firms needing a 3.5 tonne platform.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
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 3550 Platform Trailer and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer is a 16ft twin-axle platform 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..
Can I tow the Bateson 3550 Platform Trailer 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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