Head to head
M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 1,110kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 390kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 1,110kg more.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer weighs 390kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2000kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 550kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 1450kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single, unbraked |
| Internal length | 2450mm | - |
| Internal width | 1280mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer, Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that carries 1,110kg more
- you want one that is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross
A step up in payload and stability over the single-axle 8x4 for small building and agricultural contractors, with braked twin axles for safer towing at higher gross weights.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 390kg 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 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 1,110kg more and is rated 1.5 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 390kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8.2ft x 4.2ft braked twin axle general purpose 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 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 390kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer.
Which carries more, the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle Trailer, by 1,110kg.
Can I tow the M-Tec 8.2ft x 4.2ft Twin Axle 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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