Head to head
Ifor Williams HBE506 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 615kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 885kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 weighs 615kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the Ifor Williams HBE506 carries 885kg more.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams HBE506 | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 775kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 1225kg | 340 kg |
| Internal length | 3.26m | - |
| Internal width | 1.67m | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams HBE506, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the HBE506 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 885kg more
Aimed at owners who want HB506-sized space for two horses or ponies but need a lower gross weight to stay within a smaller car's towing limit.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 615kg 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 HBE506 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 615kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 885kg more. The Ifor Williams HBE506 is a a lighter-weight version of the HB506 double horsebox; 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 HBE506 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 615kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams HBE506.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams HBE506 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams HBE506, by 885kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams HBE506 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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