Head to head
Brian James Tipper 2 vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 595kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper 2 weighs 595kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper 2 | Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg to 3500kg | 500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating) |
| Unladen weight | 785kg to 1200kg | 190 kg |
| Payload | 1835kg to 2500kg | up to 560 kg |
| Axles | 2 or 3 (model dependent) | Single, unbraked |
| Internal bed | 2.70m to 4.00m long x 1.60m to 2.00m wide | - |
| Length | - | 470 - 600 cm |
| Width | - | 181 cm |
| Suitable boat length | - | up to 4.80 m |
Sources: Brian James Tipper 2, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper 2 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
Replaces the original Tipper range for builders and groundworkers, with the largest tri-axle version aimed at contractors moving more material per trip. The smallest twin-axle version stays light enough for everyday van and pickup towing.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Galaxy G510M16 if...
- you want one that is 595kg lighter empty
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 Tipper 2 and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Brian James Tipper 2 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 595kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper 2 is a an updated hydraulic tipping trailer range spanning six bed sizes; 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 is lighter, the Brian James Tipper 2 or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. It is 595kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper 2.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 2 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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