Head to head
Ifor Williams P8e vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Ifor Williams P8e carries 182kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 68kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Ifor Williams P8e carries 182kg more.
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams P8e is rated 250kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams P8e weighs 68kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams P8e | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 218kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 532kg | 350 kg |
| Internal bed | 2.51m x 1.45m | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams P8e, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 182kg 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 68kg 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 P8e and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams P8e carries 182kg more and is rated 250kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 68kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers; 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 P8e or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 68kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams P8e.
Which carries more, the Ifor Williams P8e or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams P8e, by 182kg.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams P8e 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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