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Ifor Williams BV84 vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16

The Ifor Williams BV84 is rated 900kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams BV84
Ifor Williams BV84 - image: barnwelltrailers.co.uk
Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 - image: remorquecenter.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams BV84Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
Gross weight1400kg500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating)
AxlesSingleSingle, unbraked
BrakesBraked-
Size8ft x 4ft-
Unladen weight-190 kg
Payload-up to 560 kg
Length-470 - 600 cm
Width-181 cm
Suitable boat length-up to 4.80 m

Sources: Ifor Williams BV84, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the BV84 if...

  • you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross

Ifor Williams BV84, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. A compact braked box van from the Ifor Williams range, bought for lockable, weatherproof carrying of tools, stock and household goods, and one of the most common used box trailers on the UK market.

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Buy or hire the Galaxy G510M16 if...

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.

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Full Galaxy G510M16 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams BV84 and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?

The Ifor Williams BV84 is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams BV84 is a box van trailer, single axle, 8ft x 4ft; 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..

Can I tow the Ifor Williams BV84 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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