Head to head
Brian James Eco Plant vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,623kg more. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 260kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Eco Plant carries 1,623kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Eco Plant weighs 260kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Eco Plant | Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg | 500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating) |
| Unladen weight | from 450kg | 190 kg |
| Payload | up to 2183kg | up to 560 kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single, unbraked |
| Internal bed | 2.3m / 2.5m long x 1.1m / 1.5m wide | - |
| Length | - | 470 - 600 cm |
| Width | - | 181 cm |
| Suitable boat length | - | up to 4.80 m |
Sources: Brian James Eco Plant, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Eco Plant if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,623kg more
Aimed at gardeners, groundcare contractors and farmers moving small low-clearance kit such as compact tractors or turf equipment. It undercuts the General Plant and Digger Plant ranges on price and weight for buyers who do not need a full-size plant trailer.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Galaxy G510M16 if...
- you want one that is 260kg 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 Eco Plant and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Brian James Eco Plant is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,623kg more. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 260kg lighter empty. The Brian James Eco Plant is a an entry-level beavertail plant trailer for small, low ground clearance machinery; 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 Eco Plant or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. It is 260kg lighter empty than the Brian James Eco Plant.
Which carries more, the Brian James Eco Plant or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Brian James Eco Plant, by 1,623kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Eco Plant 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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