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M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer vs Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 1,760kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 440kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 1,760kg more.
- Gross weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer weighs 440kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer | Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 600kg | 160 kg |
| Payload | 2100kg | 340 kg |
| Axles | Twin | Single, unbraked |
| Internal length | 2440mm | - |
| Internal width | 1524mm | - |
| Brakes | Braked (Knott, 4 wheels) | - |
| Length | - | 4.70 m (frame) |
| Width | - | 1.84 m |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.40 m |
Sources: M-Tec 8ft x 5ft 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 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that carries 1,760kg more
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
A wider twin-axle box trailer for builders, farmers and plant hire yards needing to carry bulkier loads such as pallets or small plant, with braked axles for safer road towing at higher weights.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW345PN if...
- you want one that is 440kg 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 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer and the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer carries 1,760kg more and is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN is 440kg lighter empty. The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 5ft 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 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN. It is 440kg lighter empty than the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer.
Which carries more, the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer or the Sun Way Galaxy SW345PN?
The M-Tec 8ft x 5ft Twin Axle Trailer, by 1,760kg.
Can I tow the M-Tec 8ft x 5ft 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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