Head to head
Ifor Williams CT177 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2,345kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 655kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2,345kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams CT177 weighs 655kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams CT177 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 805kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | approx. 2695kg | 350 kg |
| Overall length | 6.70m / 22'0" | - |
| Bed | 5.00m / 16'4" ((internal) length); 1.91m / 6'3" ((internal) width) | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams CT177, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 2,345kg 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 655kg lighter empty
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 Ifor Williams CT177 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams CT177 carries 2,345kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 655kg 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 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 is lighter, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 655kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams CT177.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams CT177 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams CT177, by 2,345kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams CT177 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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