Head to head
Rice Beaufort Double vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
The Rice Beaufort Double is rated 1,080kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Rice Beaufort Double is rated 1,080kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Rice Beaufort Double | Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | Approx. 1,580kg (3,485lb) | 500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating) |
| Axles | Twin | Single, unbraked |
| Unladen weight | - | 190 kg |
| Payload | - | up to 560 kg |
| Length | - | 470 - 600 cm |
| Width | - | 181 cm |
| Suitable boat length | - | up to 4.80 m |
Sources: Rice Beaufort Double, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Beaufort Double if...
- you want one that is rated 1,080kg heavier gross
A twin axle two-horse trailer from a once-major UK horsebox brand. Owners keep older examples going with parts from specialist trailer suppliers rather than buying new.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the Galaxy G510M16 if...
The Galaxy G510M16 suits owners of small motorboats up to about 4.8m, using a multi-roller bed rather than bunks so the hull can be winched on and off easily at a slipway. Its modular rating up to 750kg gross weight lets an owner choose the plate that matches their towing licence.
Listed by
- Lider Trailers - Accrington, Blackburn
Common questions
What is the difference between the Rice Beaufort Double and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?
The Rice Beaufort Double is rated 1,080kg heavier gross. The Rice Beaufort Double is a twin axle two-horse trailer; the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is a a single-axle multi-roller boat trailer from French manufacturer Sun Way, built for launching and recovering small motorboats..
Can I tow the Rice Beaufort Double or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 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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