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HM Trailers DC20 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16

The HM Trailers DC20 is 95cm (3ft) wider.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

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HM Trailers DC20
Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

HM Trailers DC20Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
Width2550mm (8ft 4in)1,600 mm
Capacity12 cubic metres-
Body length5200mm (17ft)-
Overall length7284mm (23ft)-
Max tipped height6210mm (20ft 4in)-
Axles2 x 127mm round axles, 385/65 R22.5 wheels-
Gross weight-500 kg
Unladen weight-150 kg
Payload-350 kg
Length-4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable)
Suitable boat length-4.60 m

Sources: HM Trailers DC20, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the DC20 if...

  • you want one that is 95cm (3ft) wider

A dump trailer for hauling muck, aggregate or waste on a construction site, built to tip clear over a high-sided skip or wagon. Its round-axle running gear and reinforced chassis suit off-road site use rather than road haulage.

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Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...

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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the HM Trailers DC20 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?

The HM Trailers DC20 is 95cm (3ft) wider. The HM Trailers DC20 is a 12m3 commercial dump trailer; 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..

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