Head to head
Graham Edwards VT3517TB vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 805kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Graham Edwards VT3517TB weighs 805kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Graham Edwards VT3517TB | Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating) |
| Unladen weight | 995kg | 190 kg |
| Axles | Tri | Single, unbraked |
| Bed length | 17' | - |
| Bed width | 7' | - |
| Payload | - | up to 560 kg |
| Length | - | 470 - 600 cm |
| Width | - | 181 cm |
| Suitable boat length | - | up to 4.80 m |
Sources: Graham Edwards VT3517TB, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the VT3517TB if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
A tri axle car transporter for recovery firms, dealers and hire fleets moving cars and light vehicles. Winch, wheel chocks and ramps are listed as options.
Full VT3517TB specifications →Buy or hire the Galaxy G510M16 if...
- you want one that is 805kg 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 Graham Edwards VT3517TB and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 805kg lighter empty. The Graham Edwards VT3517TB is a 17 ft x 7 ft tri axle 3.5 tonne car transporter trailer; 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 Graham Edwards VT3517TB or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. It is 805kg lighter empty than the Graham Edwards VT3517TB.
Can I tow the Graham Edwards VT3517TB 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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