Head to head
Bateson Deauville vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 710kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,090kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Bateson Deauville weighs 710kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Bateson Deauville is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Bateson Deauville carries 1,090kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson Deauville | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2300kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 860kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 1440kg | 350 kg |
| Internal length | 3190mm | - |
| Internal width | 1650mm | - |
| Internal height | 2220mm | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Bateson Deauville, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 1,090kg 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 710kg 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 Deauville and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 710kg lighter empty. The Bateson Deauville is rated 1.8 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,090kg more. The Bateson Deauville is a horse trailer with saddle rack and cover; 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 Deauville or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 710kg lighter empty than the Bateson Deauville.
Which carries more, the Bateson Deauville or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson Deauville, by 1,090kg.
Can I tow the Bateson Deauville 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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