Head to head
Nugent P3116H vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Nugent P3116H carries 2,415kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 585kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Nugent P3116H carries 2,415kg more.
- Gross weight: the Nugent P3116H is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Nugent P3116H weighs 585kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Nugent P3116H | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 735kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 2765kg | 350 kg |
| Internal bed | 3148mm x 1616mm | - |
| Axles | Twin | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Nugent P3116H, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the P3116H if...
- you want one that carries 2,415kg more
- you want one that is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross
Bought by groundworks and plant hire operators who need to move a mini digger or similar compact machine and want Nugent's own suspension and braking package rather than a lighter unbraked trailer.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 585kg 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 Nugent P3116H and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Nugent P3116H carries 2,415kg more and is rated 3 tonnes heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 585kg lighter empty. The Nugent P3116H is a a plant trailer for mini excavators and small machinery; 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 Nugent P3116H or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 585kg lighter empty than the Nugent P3116H.
Which carries more, the Nugent P3116H or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Nugent P3116H, by 2,415kg.
Can I tow the Nugent P3116H 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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