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M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 1.1 tonnes lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1.9 tonnes more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer weighs 1.1 tonnes 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 1.9 tonnes more.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 1250kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 2250kg | 350 kg |
| Internal length | 3615mm | - |
| Internal width | 1850mm | - |
| Axles | Twin (Knott Avonride) | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. 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 1.9 tonnes 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 SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 1.1 tonnes 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 M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 1.1 tonnes lighter empty. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1.9 tonnes more. The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer is a 12ft x 6ft twin axle livestock trailer; 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 M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 1.1 tonnes 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 SW385M16?
The M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer, by 1.9 tonnes.
Can I tow the M-Tec 12ft x 6ft Livestock Trailer 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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