Head to head
Bateson PT66 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Bateson PT66 carries 2,225kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 775kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Bateson PT66 carries 2,225kg more.
- Gross weight: the Bateson PT66 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Bateson PT66 weighs 775kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Bateson PT66 | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 935kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 2565kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Triple | Single, unbraked |
| Bed size | 5660mm x 2100mm (18' x 7') | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: Bateson PT66, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PT66 if...
- you want one that carries 2,225kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
Bateson's largest hydraulic tilt trailer with triple hinged steel sides, used to move light commercial vehicles, plant and ground maintenance machinery. Its hydraulic tilt bed lets one person load without ramps.
Listed by
- Warrior Trailers Limited - Worcester
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 775kg 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 PT66 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Bateson PT66 carries 2,225kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 775kg lighter empty. The Bateson PT66 is a triple axle hydraulic tilt platform trailer; 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 PT66 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 775kg lighter empty than the Bateson PT66.
Which carries more, the Bateson PT66 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Bateson PT66, by 2,225kg.
Can I tow the Bateson PT66 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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