Head to head
Brian James General Plant vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
The Brian James General Plant is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,033kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James General Plant is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James General Plant carries 2,033kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James General Plant | Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating) |
| Payload | 2593kg | up to 560 kg |
| Axles | Tri-axle (12in wheels) | Single, unbraked |
| Internal bed | 3.6m x 1.8m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 190 kg |
| Length | - | 470 - 600 cm |
| Width | - | 181 cm |
| Suitable boat length | - | up to 4.80 m |
Sources: Brian James General Plant, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Plant if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,033kg more
A tougher all-round plant trailer for contractors who need to move a range of machines - diggers, dumpers, rollers - rather than one specific type. The tri-axle chassis spreads load for towing at higher gross weight on public roads.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
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 General Plant and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Brian James General Plant is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,033kg more. The Brian James General Plant is a a tri-axle equipment trailer for general building and groundwork plant; 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 carries more, the Brian James General Plant or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Brian James General Plant, by 2,033kg.
Can I tow the Brian James General 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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