Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,640kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 610kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 1,640kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 610kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Single, unbraked |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT44 if...
- you want one that carries 1,640kg more
- you want one that is rated 2,250kg heavier gross
Bateson's 14ft x 7ft tilt-bed trailer, supplied with steel sides, ramps and a winch as standard. Used to load and carry cars, quads and small plant, it is one of the most widely stocked hydraulic tilt trailers among UK hire and trailer-sales firms.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
- 1Stop Trailers Ltd - Sudbury, Little Waldingfield
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 610kg 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 PT44 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,640kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 610kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; 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 PT44 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 610kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Bateson PT44, by 1,640kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 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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