Head to head
Graham Edwards PL3512 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Graham Edwards PL3512 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 595kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards PL3512 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards PL3512 weighs 595kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards PL3512 | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500KG | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 755KG | 160 kg |
| Length | 12' | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | 5'10" | 1.84 m |
| Axles | TANDEM | Single, unbraked |
| Payload | - | 340 kg |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: Graham Edwards PL3512, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the PL3512 if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
The longer 3.5 tonne plant trailer in the Graham Edwards range, for contractors and hire firms carrying larger mini excavators and compact plant behind a pickup or van.
Full PL3512 specifications →Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 595kg 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 Graham Edwards PL3512 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Graham Edwards PL3512 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 595kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards PL3512 is a 12 ft x 5 ft 10 in tandem axle 3.5 tonne plant trailer; 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 Graham Edwards PL3512 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 595kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards PL3512.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards PL3512 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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