Head to head
Humbaur Steely vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Humbaur Steely carries 280kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Humbaur Steely carries 280kg more.
- Gross weight: the Humbaur Steely is rated 250kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Humbaur Steely | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 500 kg |
| Payload | 630kg | 350 kg |
| Inner length | 2050mm | - |
| Inner width | 1095mm | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 150 kg |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Humbaur Steely, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Steely if...
- you want one that carries 280kg more
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
The Steely is Humbaur's budget single-axle trailer, built with a hot-dip galvanised chassis as what the manufacturer describes as an entry point into trailer ownership. It suits light garden, construction-site and hobby loads rather than heavier trade use.
Full Steely specifications →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.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Humbaur Steely and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Humbaur Steely carries 280kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross. The Humbaur Steely is a a small, unbraked single-axle flatbed trailer aimed at first-time buyers and light garden/site use.; 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 carries more, the Humbaur Steely or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Humbaur Steely, by 280kg.
Can I tow the Humbaur Steely 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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