Head to head
Ifor Williams P8e vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Ifor Williams P8e carries 192kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 58kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams P8e carries 192kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams P8e is rated 250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams P8e weighs 58kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams P8e | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 218kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 532kg | 340 kg |
| Internal bed | 2.51m x 1.45m | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams P8e, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the P8e if...
- you want one that carries 192kg more
- you want one that is rated 250kg heavier gross
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 58kg 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 P8e and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams P8e carries 192kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 58kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers; 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 P8e or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 58kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams P8e.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams P8e or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams P8e, by 192kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams P8e 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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