Head to head
Ifor Williams HB510XL vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 1,130kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,870kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL weighs 1,130kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HB510XL carries 1,870kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HB510XL | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 1290kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 2210kg | 340 kg |
| Internal length | 4.25m | - |
| Internal width | 1.74m | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams HB510XL, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HB510XL if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,870kg more
For owners of taller or longer horses who find the standard HB511 too tight, giving extra internal length on the same 3500kg chassis so it stays towable by a suitably rated 4x4.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 1,130kg 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 HB510XL and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 1,130kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,870kg more. The Ifor Williams HB510XL is a an extra-length double horsebox 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 HB510XL or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 1,130kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HB510XL.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HB510XL or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams HB510XL, by 1,870kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HB510XL 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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