Head to head
Bateson PT44 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,630kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 620kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT44 carries 1,630kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT44 is rated 2,250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT44 weighs 620kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT44 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2750kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 1980kg | 350 kg |
| Overall length | 5950mm | - |
| Overall width | 2180mm | - |
| Internal deck | 4500mm x 2100mm (LxW) | - |
| Axles | Twin axle | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Bateson PT44, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 1,630kg 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 620kg 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 PT44 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson PT44 carries 1,630kg more and is rated 2,250kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 620kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; 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 PT44 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 620kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT44.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT44 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Bateson PT44, by 1,630kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT44 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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