Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Brian James Tipper carries 2,160kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 625kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 2,160kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 625kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | Single, unbraked |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
- you want one that carries 2,160kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 625kg 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 Tipper and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Brian James Tipper carries 2,160kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 625kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; 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 Tipper or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 625kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Brian James Tipper, by 2,160kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 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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