Head to head
Brian James Race Sport vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 910kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,590kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Sport weighs 910kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Sport carries 1,590kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Sport | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1070kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | up to 1930kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single, unbraked |
| Internal bed | 4.5m / 5.0m / 5.5m long x 2.0m / 2.1m wide | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: Brian James Race Sport, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Sport if...
- you want one that is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,590kg more
A step up from the basic A Transporter range for racers and dealers who tie cars down often and want a punched deck for extra restraint options. It sits below the Race Transporter range on price while still covering most single-car trailering needs.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 910kg lighter empty
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 Sport and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 910kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Sport is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,590kg more. The Brian James Race Sport is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a fully punched steel deck; 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 is lighter, the Brian James Race Sport or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 910kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Sport.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Sport or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Brian James Race Sport, by 1,590kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Sport 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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