Head to head
Ifor Williams GH146 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Ifor Williams GH146 carries 2,250kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 750kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH146 carries 2,250kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 weighs 750kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH146 | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 910kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 2590kg | 340 kg |
| Internal bed | 4.285m x 1.84m | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH146, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GH146 if...
- you want one that carries 2,250kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
Aimed at plant hire operators who need the longest bed in the GH range for larger excavators or two smaller machines, with a tri-axle chassis to keep payload up within the 3500kg limit.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 750kg 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 GH146 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams GH146 carries 2,250kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 750kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GH146 is a a tri-axle long-bed plant trailer; 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 GH146 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 750kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH146.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GH146 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams GH146, by 2,250kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH146 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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