Head to head
Ifor Williams P6 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Ifor Williams P6 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams P6 is rated 500kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams P6 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1000kg | 500 kg |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Brakes | Braked | - |
| Size | 6ft x 4ft | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 150 kg |
| Payload | - | 350 kg |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams P6, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the P6 if...
- you want one that is rated 500kg heavier gross
Ifor Williams P6, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. The small Ifor Williams general purpose trailer and the forerunner of the current P6e. Householders and gardeners use it for tip runs, garden waste and DIY materials behind almost any car.
Full P6 specifications →Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
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 P6 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams P6 is rated 500kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P6 is a small general purpose trailer, 6ft x 4ft; 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..
Can I tow the Ifor Williams P6 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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