Head to head
Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 569kg 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 569kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg to 3,500kg depending on model | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 719kg to 978kg depending on model | 150 kg |
| Internal length options | 4.07m, 4.64m, 5.10m, 5.57m | - |
| Internal width | 2.04m (all models) | - |
| Payload | - | 350 kg |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 569kg 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 TB Tiltbed and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 569kg lighter empty. The Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed is a tiltbed trailer range for low-clearance vehicles and recovery; 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 TB Tiltbed or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 569kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams TB Tiltbed 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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