Head to head
Ifor Williams GH94 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Ifor Williams GH94 carries 1,850kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 350kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GH94 carries 1,850kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GH94 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GH94 weighs 350kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GH94 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 500kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 2200kg | 350 kg |
| Internal bed | 2.79m x 1.31m | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams GH94, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GH94 if...
- you want one that carries 1,850kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
The entry point of Ifor Williams' plant range, bought by landscapers and groundworkers who need to move a single mini digger or similar and want to keep unladen weight low so more of the 2700kg gross is usable payload.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 350kg 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 GH94 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams GH94 carries 1,850kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 350kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GH94 is a a compact plant trailer for mini diggers and skid-steers; 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 GH94 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 350kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GH94.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GH94 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams GH94, by 1,850kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GH94 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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