Head to head
Ifor Williams LM146 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Ifor Williams LM146 carries 2,415kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 585kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams LM146 carries 2,415kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM146 is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams LM146 weighs 585kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams LM146 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 735kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 2765kg | 350 kg |
| Overall length | 5.60m | - |
| Overall width | 2.10m | - |
| Bed | 4.23m / 13'9" ((internal) length); 1.98m / 6'5" ((internal) width) | - |
| Tyres | 195/60R12C | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams LM146, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the LM146 if...
- you want one that carries 2,415kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
The LM146 is a general-purpose flatbed aimed at landscaping, construction and plumbing trades that need a long, wide load bed with a high payload on a single 3500kg-braked chassis. It is used where loads are bulky or awkwardly shaped rather than plant machinery, which typically goes on the ramped GX range instead.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
- G-Tec Trailers - Thetford, Holme Hale
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 585kg 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 LM146 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams LM146 carries 2,415kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 585kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM146 is a a twin-axle flatbed goods trailer in the heavier-duty LM range.; 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 LM146 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 585kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM146.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams LM146 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams LM146, by 2,415kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM146 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.
GetBrent is an independent directory and is not a dealer for, nor affiliated with, either manufacturer. Model and brand names are the trademarks of their owners.