Head to head
Brian James Race Shuttle 3 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Brian James Race Shuttle 3 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,350kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Shuttle 3 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Shuttle 3 carries 1,350kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Shuttle 3 | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2600kg / 3000kg | 500 kg |
| Payload | 1690kg / 2070kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single, unbraked |
| Unladen weight | - | 160 kg |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: Brian James Race Shuttle 3, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Shuttle 3 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,350kg more
Serves motorsport competitors and classic car owners who want their car fully enclosed for weather and security on longer tows. The two gross weight options let a buyer match the trailer to a lighter classic or a heavier modern performance car.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- A47 Barwell Trailers Sales Hire Service Ltd - Leicester, Barwell
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
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 Race Shuttle 3 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 3 is rated 2.1 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,350kg more. The Brian James Race Shuttle 3 is a an enclosed clamshell car transporter in two gross weight options, fixed or tilt-bed; 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 carries more, the Brian James Race Shuttle 3 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Brian James Race Shuttle 3, by 1,350kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Shuttle 3 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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