Head to head
Brian James CarGO Connect vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 579kg 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 579kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James CarGO Connect | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 729kg to 1,005kg depending on configuration | 150 kg |
| Load bed length | 4.00m to 6.00m | - |
| Internal width | 2.02m or 2.17m | - |
| Bed height | 0.55m to 0.60m | - |
| Payload | - | 350 kg |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Brian James CarGO Connect, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 579kg 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 Brian James CarGO Connect and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Brian James CarGO Connect is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 579kg lighter empty. The Brian James CarGO Connect is a enclosed modular cargo trailer, two or three axles; 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 Brian James CarGO Connect or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 579kg lighter empty than the Brian James CarGO Connect.
Can I tow the Brian James CarGO Connect 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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