Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Brian James Tipper carries 2,150kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 635kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Brian James Tipper carries 2,150kg more.
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Tipper weighs 635kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | 350 kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | - |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 2,150kg 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 635kg lighter empty
The Galaxy SW385M16 suits owners of small motorboats who need some flexibility in trailer length, since its adjustable frame extends to suit different hull lengths up to about 4.6m. Its sliding galvanised axle lets the owner fine-tune nose weight for safer towing behind a smaller car.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Brian James Tipper carries 2,150kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 635kg lighter empty. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is a a small adjustable-length boat trailer in Sun Way's Galaxy range, with a sliding axle to help balance the load when towing..
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 635kg lighter empty than the Brian James Tipper.
Which carries more, the Brian James Tipper or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Brian James Tipper, by 2,150kg.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 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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