Head to head
Ifor Williams BV106 vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,040kg more. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 710kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV106 weighs 710kg more empty.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV106 carries 2,040kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV106 | Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating) |
| Unladen weight | 900kg (6' H/R); 935kg (7' H/R) | 190 kg |
| Payload | 2600kg (6' H/R); 2565kg (7' H/R) | up to 560 kg |
| Overall length | 4.70m | - |
| Internal load length | 3.00m | - |
| Internal width | 1.73m | - |
| Tyres | 155/70R12C | - |
| Length | - | 470 - 600 cm |
| Width | - | 181 cm |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
| Suitable boat length | - | up to 4.80 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV106, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BV106 if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 2,040kg more
The BV106 is an enclosed, lockable box trailer aimed at trades and small businesses that need to keep tools, stock or equipment secure and dry between jobs. The taller 7' high-roof version suits bulkier or taller items at the cost of a little extra unladen weight.
Full BV106 specifications →Buy or hire the Galaxy G510M16 if...
- you want one that is 710kg 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 Ifor Williams BV106 and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Ifor Williams BV106 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 2,040kg more. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 710kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV106 is a a twin-axle enclosed box van trailer, available in 6' and 7' high-roof versions.; 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 Ifor Williams BV106 or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. It is 710kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV106.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams BV106 or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Ifor Williams BV106, by 2,040kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV106 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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