Head to head
Ifor Williams CT177 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2,355kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 645kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2,355kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 weighs 645kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT177 | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 805kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | approx. 2695kg | 340 kg |
| Overall length | 6.70m / 22'0" | - |
| Bed | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT177, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CT177 if...
- you want one that carries 2,355kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
The CT177 is built to be wide enough for most light commercial vehicles while remaining narrow enough for smaller cars, making it a common choice for vehicle recovery firms and the motor trade. Its long bed and 3500kg GVW keep it within standard car-licence towing limits for a single vehicle plus ramps.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 645kg 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 CT177 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2,355kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 645kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams CT177 is a a twin-axle car transporter trailer with a long, narrow bed for single-vehicle recovery and trade use.; 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 CT177 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 645kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT177.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 2,355kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT177 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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