Head to head
Brian James T Transporter vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Brian James T Transporter carries 2,190kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James T Transporter carries 2,190kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James T Transporter is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James T Transporter | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Payload | 2530kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Twin (12in steel rims) | Single, unbraked |
| Internal bed | 5.0m x 2.1m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 160 kg |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: Brian James T Transporter, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the T Transporter if...
- you want one that carries 2,190kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
A mid-range open transporter for dealers and recovery firms who want a manual tilt-bed rather than the hydraulic-tilt Race Transporter range at a lower cost. Its 5.0m x 2.1m bed suits most single road cars and small vans.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- R M Trailer Centre - Middlesbrough, North Ormesby
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- 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 T Transporter and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Brian James T Transporter carries 2,190kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James T Transporter is a an open twin-axle car transporter with a manual hydraulic 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 T Transporter or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Brian James T Transporter, by 2,190kg.
Can I tow the Brian James T Transporter 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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