Head to head
Ifor Williams GX105 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Ifor Williams GX105 carries 1,675kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 525kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams GX105 carries 1,675kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX105 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GX105 weighs 525kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GX105 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 675kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 2025kg | 350 kg |
| Internal bed | 3.03m x 1.57m | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams GX105, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GX105 if...
- you want one that carries 1,675kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
A plant hire and groundworks trailer for skid-steers or mini excavators that need a longer bed than the GX84 but not the higher 3500kg gross weight of the GX105HD.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 525kg 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 GX105 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams GX105 carries 1,675kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 525kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams GX105 is a a mid-size plant trailer with a skid or ramp loading option; 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 GX105 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 525kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GX105.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams GX105 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams GX105, by 1,675kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GX105 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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