Head to head
Brian James C4 vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
The Brian James C4 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James C4 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James C4 | Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating) |
| Axles | Twin | Single, unbraked |
| Size | 2m x 4.5m loading area | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 190 kg |
| Payload | - | up to 560 kg |
| Length | - | 470 - 600 cm |
| Width | - | 181 cm |
| Suitable boat length | - | up to 4.80 m |
Sources: Brian James C4, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the C4 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
Brian James C4, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for hire. Car transporters in this class are hired and bought by track-day drivers, classic car owners and recovery firms who need to move a vehicle without driving it.
Listed by
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
Buy or hire the Galaxy G510M16 if...
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 C4 and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Brian James C4 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James C4 is a car transporter trailer; 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..
Can I tow the Brian James C4 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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