Head to head
Bateson 35MD vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Bateson 35MD carries 2,425kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 575kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson 35MD carries 2,425kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson 35MD is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson 35MD weighs 575kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 35MD | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 725kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 2775kg | 350 kg |
| Internal bed | 3030mm x 1680mm | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Bateson 35MD, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 35MD if...
- you want one that carries 2,425kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
A plant trailer sized for a mini digger or small excavator, with a gas-assisted full-width ramp door for driving machines straight on and off. It is aimed at groundworkers and plant hire companies rather than general haulage.
Listed by
- Sleaford Trailers - Sleaford
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 575kg 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 35MD and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 35MD carries 2,425kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 575kg lighter empty. The Bateson 35MD is a twin-axle mini digger and excavator plant 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 is lighter, the Bateson 35MD or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 575kg lighter empty than the Bateson 35MD.
Which carries more, the Bateson 35MD or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson 35MD, by 2,425kg.
Can I tow the Bateson 35MD 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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