Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 700kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1.1 tonnes more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Deauville weighs 700kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson Deauville is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson Deauville carries 1.1 tonnes more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 340 kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Deauville if...
- you want one that is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1.1 tonnes more
Bateson's standard horsebox trailer, fitted with a saddle rack and cover as standard, for owners of one or two horses up to 17 hands. It is positioned as a simple alternative to the pricier continental horsebox brands.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 700kg lighter empty
The Galaxy SW345PN suits owners of inflatables and small RIBs who want the lightest trailer that still meets EU type approval, since its 500kg gross weight lets many small cars tow it without extra licence categories. Its multi-roller bed is built for a soft or RIB hull rather than a hard-chine motorboat.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson Deauville and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 700kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1.1 tonnes more. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is a a lightweight single-axle boat trailer from Sun Way's Galaxy range, designed for inflatable and rigid inflatable boats..
Which is lighter, the Bateson Deauville or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 700kg lighter empty than the Bateson Deauville.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Bateson Deauville, by 1.1 tonnes.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN 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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