Head to head
Ifor Williams GH146 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Ifor Williams GH146 carries 2,240kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 760kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH146 carries 2,240kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GH146 weighs 760kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH146 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 910kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 2590kg | 350 kg |
| Internal bed | 4.285m x 1.84m | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH146, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 2,240kg 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 760kg 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 GH146 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams GH146 carries 2,240kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 760kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GH146 is a a tri-axle long-bed plant trailer; 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 GH146 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 760kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH146.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GH146 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams GH146, by 2,240kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH146 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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