Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 1,040kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,960kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 1,040kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 carries 1,960kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single, unbraked |
| Internal width | 2.12m | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 5 if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,960kg more
Used by race teams and professional recovery operators moving cars that need slightly more bed length or restraint options than the Race Transporter 4 offers. It remains a twin-axle single-car trailer rather than a multi-car hauler.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 1,040kg 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 Transporter 5 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 1,040kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,960kg more. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; 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 Transporter 5 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 1,040kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Which carries more, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5, by 1,960kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 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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