Head to head
Brian James A4 Transporter vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,670kg more. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 580kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James A4 Transporter weighs 580kg more empty.
- Payload: the Brian James A4 Transporter carries 1,670kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James A4 Transporter | Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating) |
| Unladen weight | 770kg | 190 kg |
| Payload | 2230kg | up to 560 kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Single, unbraked |
| Internal bed | 4.5m x 2.0m | - |
| Length | - | 470 - 600 cm |
| Width | - | 181 cm |
| Suitable boat length | - | up to 4.80 m |
Sources: Brian James A4 Transporter, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the A4 Transporter if...
- you want one that is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,670kg more
The A4 Transporter suits driving schools, small dealers and enthusiasts who need to move one car at a time behind a car-derived tow vehicle, offering a simple twin-axle bed without the cost of a beavertail or enclosed body. Its compact size makes it easier to store and manoeuvre than the longer trailers in the A Transporter range.
Listed by
- Compass Trailers - Lewes, Ringmer
- Saxons Trailers - Westerham, Biggin Hill
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
Buy or hire the Galaxy G510M16 if...
- you want one that is 580kg lighter empty
The Galaxy G510M16 suits owners of small motorboats up to about 4.8m, using a multi-roller bed rather than bunks so the hull can be winched on and off easily at a slipway. Its modular rating up to 750kg gross weight lets an owner choose the plate that matches their towing licence.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James A4 Transporter and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Brian James A4 Transporter is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,670kg more. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 580kg lighter empty. The Brian James A4 Transporter is a twin-axle open car transporter trailer from Brian James' A Transporter range, built for towing one car on a 4.5m bed.; the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is a a single-axle multi-roller boat trailer from French manufacturer Sun Way, built for launching and recovering small motorboats..
Which is lighter, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. It is 580kg lighter empty than the Brian James A4 Transporter.
Which carries more, the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Brian James A4 Transporter, by 1,670kg.
Can I tow the Brian James A4 Transporter or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 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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