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Ifor Williams LM167 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16

The Ifor Williams LM167 carries 2,305kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 695kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Ifor Williams LM167
Ifor Williams LM167 - image: Barnwell Trailers Ltd
Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Ifor Williams LM167Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
Gross weight3500kg500 kg
Unladen weight845kg150 kg
Payload2655kg350 kg
Internal bed4.77m x 2.25m-
Length-4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable)
Width-1,600 mm
Suitable boat length-4.60 m

Sources: Ifor Williams LM167, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the LM167 if...

  • you want one that carries 2,305kg more
  • you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross

For operators carrying wide loads such as pallets in double rows or plant machinery, taking the LM166's length and adding the range's 2.25m wide-bed option.

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Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...

  • you want one that is 695kg 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.

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Full Galaxy SW385M16 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Ifor Williams LM167 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?

The Ifor Williams LM167 carries 2,305kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 695kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams LM167 is a a long, wide flatbed trailer; 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 LM167 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?

The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 695kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams LM167.

Which carries more, the Ifor Williams LM167 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?

The Ifor Williams LM167, by 2,305kg.

Can I tow the Ifor Williams LM167 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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