Head to head
Ifor Williams LM106 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Ifor Williams LM106 carries 2,540kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 460kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM106 carries 2,540kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM106 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM106 weighs 460kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM106 | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 620kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 2880kg | 340 kg |
| Internal bed | 3.01m x 1.98m | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM106, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the LM106 if...
- you want one that carries 2,540kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
For users who find the LM105's 1.68m bed too narrow for pallets or wider machinery but do not need extra length, offering the same bed length on a wider chassis.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 460kg 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 LM106 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams LM106 carries 2,540kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 460kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM106 is a a wider general-purpose flatbed 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 LM106 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 460kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM106.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams LM106 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams LM106, by 2,540kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM106 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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