Head to head
Erde 102 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Erde 102 is 95kg lighter empty. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is rated 200kg heavier gross and carries 105kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 weighs 95kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is rated 200kg heavier gross.
- Payload: the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 carries 105kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Erde 102 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 300kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 55kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 245kg | 350 kg |
| Internal length | 1.06m / 3'5" | - |
| Internal width | 0.85m / 2'9" | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Erde 102, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 102 if...
- you want one that is 95kg lighter empty
The Erde 102 is one of the smallest trailers Erde sells, light enough to be towed by small cars and many motorcycles, and pitched at campers and gardeners rather than tradespeople. Its tipping body makes it easy to empty garden waste or loose loads without lifting them out by hand.
Full 102 specifications →Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is rated 200kg heavier gross
- you want one that carries 105kg more
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 Erde 102 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Erde 102 is 95kg lighter empty. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is rated 200kg heavier gross and carries 105kg more. The Erde 102 is a a small, unbraked general-purpose trailer with a tipping body, used for camping and light loads.; 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 Erde 102 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Erde 102. It is 95kg lighter empty than the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16.
Which carries more, the Erde 102 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16, by 105kg.
Can I tow the Erde 102 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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