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PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,625kg more.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross.
- Payload: the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail carries 1,625kg more.
Specifications side by side
| PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3,000kg (twin axle, 10in wheels) up to 3,500kg (twin axle 13in wheels, and all tri axle models) | 500 kg |
| Payload | 1,975kg to 2,550kg depending on configuration | 350 kg |
| Internal bed | 4.88m to 6.40m long, 2.13m or 2.28m wide | - |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | - |
| Brakes | Braked (Alko AAA self-adjusting brakes) | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 150 kg |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the ProLine Beavertail if...
- you want one that is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that carries 1,625kg more
The ProLine Beavertail suits owners of low-ground-clearance cars, since its beavertail ramp lets a car drive on and off without grounding, unlike a flat-bed transporter. PRG offers it across twin and tri-axle chassis so buyers can match the trailer to a 3000kg or 3500kg tow limit.
Listed by
- Compass Trailers - Lewes, Ringmer
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
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 PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail is rated 2.5 tonnes heavier gross and carries 1,625kg more. The PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail is a pRG Trailers' open beavertail car trailer range, built with a hinged tail ramp for loading low cars.; 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 carries more, the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail, by 1,625kg.
Can I tow the PRG Trailers ProLine Beavertail 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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