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Ifor Williams General Duty vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 900kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams General Duty | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1400kg to 2700kg depending on model | 500 kg |
| Axles | Single or twin axle | Single, unbraked |
| Internal length | 1.84m (6ft) to 3.71m (12ft 2in) | - |
| Internal width | 1.23m (4ft) to 1.71m (5ft 6in) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 160 kg |
| Payload | - | 340 kg |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams General Duty, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the General Duty if...
- you want one that is rated 900kg heavier gross
Ifor Williams's entry-level flatbed range, bought by householders, gardeners and small trades for tip runs, garden waste and general loads. It is the trailer most UK hire yards keep several of, since one size or another suits almost any small job.
Listed by
- John Page Trailers Ltd - Ashford, Biddenden
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
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 General Duty and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams General Duty is rated 900kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams General Duty is a small flatbed/general purpose trailer range; 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..
Can I tow the Ifor Williams General Duty 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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