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Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16

The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 140kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515
Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 - image: Barnwell Trailers Ltd
Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
Gross weight1000kg500 kg
Unladen weight290kg150 kg
Internal bed2.58m x 1.58m-
AxlesSingle-
BrakesBraked-
Payload-350 kg
Length-4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable)
Width-1,600 mm
Suitable boat length-4.60 m

Sources: Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the Eurolight EL101-2515 if...

  • you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross

The EL101-2515 suits owners who only have a small braked towing capacity, since its 1000kg gross weight and single axle keep it within reach of many family cars. Its 2.58m bed still covers everyday jobs like garden waste, flat-pack furniture or a small ride-on mower.

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Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...

  • you want one that is 140kg 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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?

The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 140kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 is a a small single-axle flatbed trailer in Ifor Williams' lightweight Eurolight range, built for towing behind cars with a restricted towing limit.; 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 Eurolight EL101-2515 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?

The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 140kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams Eurolight EL101-2515 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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