Head to head
Ifor Williams BV126 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Ifor Williams BV126 carries 2,180kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 820kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams BV126 carries 2,180kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams BV126 weighs 820kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams BV126 | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 980kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 2520kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Twin (dual) | Single, unbraked |
| Internal length | 3.60m | - |
| Internal width | 1.73m | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams BV126, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the BV126 if...
- you want one that carries 2,180kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
Aimed at businesses moving bulkier equipment or several machines that need to travel enclosed and secure, where the BV105 is too narrow or too light. Its 3500kg rating means a car-derived van or 4x4 with a suitable tow rating can still pull it.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 820kg 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 Ifor Williams BV126 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams BV126 carries 2,180kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 820kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams BV126 is a a wider, higher-capacity enclosed box van 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 Ifor Williams BV126 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 820kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams BV126.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams BV126 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams BV126, by 2,180kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV126 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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