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Lider 38398 vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16

The Lider 38398 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 270kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Lider 38398
Lider 38398 - image: lidertrailers.co.uk
Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 - image: remorquecenter.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Lider 38398Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
Gross weight2500kg500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating)
Unladen weight460kg190 kg
Axles2Single, unbraked
Internal length300cm-
Internal width150cm-
Internal height50cm-
BrakesBraked-
Payload-up to 560 kg
Length-470 - 600 cm
Width-181 cm
Suitable boat length-up to 4.80 m

Sources: Lider 38398, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the 38398 if...

  • you want one that is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross

A high-sided twin-axle general purpose trailer for builders and landscapers clearing large volumes of light bulky waste, with over two tonnes of rated payload.

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Buy or hire the Galaxy G510M16 if...

  • you want one that is 270kg lighter empty

The Galaxy G510M16 suits owners of small motorboats up to about 4.8m, using a multi-roller bed rather than bunks so the hull can be winched on and off easily at a slipway. Its modular rating up to 750kg gross weight lets an owner choose the plate that matches their towing licence.

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Full Galaxy G510M16 specifications →

Common questions

What is the difference between the Lider 38398 and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?

The Lider 38398 is rated 2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is 270kg lighter empty. The Lider 38398 is a a braked twin-axle general purpose trailer rated at 2500kg gross weight.; the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is a a single-axle multi-roller boat trailer from French manufacturer Sun Way, built for launching and recovering small motorboats..

Which is lighter, the Lider 38398 or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?

The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. It is 270kg lighter empty than the Lider 38398.

Can I tow the Lider 38398 or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 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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