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M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 1,090kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,910kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 1,090kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer carries 1,910kg more.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 1250kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 2250kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Twin (Knott Avonride) | Single, unbraked |
| Internal length | 3615mm | - |
| Internal width | 1850mm | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer if...
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,910kg more
A mid-size livestock trailer for farmers moving cattle or sheep to market or between fields, sized for a single tractor or 4x4 tow vehicle rather than a dedicated lorry.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 1,090kg 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 M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 1,090kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,910kg more. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer; 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 M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 1,090kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer.
Which carries more, the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 1,910kg.
Can I tow the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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