Head to head
Brian James Connect Compact vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Connect Compact is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Connect Compact | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500 kg |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 160 kg |
| Payload | - | 340 kg |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Brian James Connect Compact, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Connect Compact if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
Brian James Connect Compact, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Flatbeds suit long or awkward loads that need strapping from any side - pallets, timber, machinery and vehicles.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
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 Connect Compact and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Brian James Connect Compact is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Connect Compact is a flatbed 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..
Can I tow the Brian James Connect Compact 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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