Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 569kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James CarGO Connect weighs 569kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 160 kg |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 340 kg |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CarGO Connect if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
A configurable enclosed cargo trailer for tradespeople, exhibition and event companies and small hauliers who need a lockable, weatherproof load area rather than an open bed. The low bed height is what makes loading practical without a ramp gradient that fights you.
Listed by
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 569kg 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 Brian James CarGO Connect and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 569kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; 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 Brian James CarGO Connect or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 569kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect 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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