Head to head
Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 559kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed weighs 559kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 719kg to 978kg depending on model | 160 kg |
| Internal length options | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m | - |
| Internal width | 2.04m (all models) | - |
| Payload | - | 340 kg |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
| Axles | - | Single, unbraked |
Sources: Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the TB Tiltbed if...
- you want one that is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
A flatbed trailer with a tilting deck, built for loading vehicles with low ground clearance or for vehicle recovery, where a fixed ramp angle would ground the car. Recovery operators and low-car owners choose it over a standard flatbed for that reason alone.
Listed by
- East Midlands Trailers - Leicester, Thrussington
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 559kg 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 TB Tiltbed and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 559kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery; 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 TB Tiltbed or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 559kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed 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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