Head to head
Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 vs Woodford Widebody
The Woodford Widebody carries 590kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 180kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Woodford Widebody carries 590kg more.
- Gross weight: the Woodford Widebody is rated 800kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Woodford Widebody weighs 180kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | Woodford Widebody | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 500 kg | 1300kg to 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 150 kg | 330kg to 694kg |
| Payload | 350 kg | 940kg to 2806kg |
| Length | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) | - |
| Width | 1,600 mm | - |
| Suitable boat length | 4.60 m | - |
| Internal bed | - | 8ft to 16ft long x 5ft 10in to 6ft 6in wide |
| Axles | - | Single or Twin |
Sources: Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16, Woodford Widebody. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Galaxy SW385M16 if...
- you want one that is 180kg 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
Buy or hire the Widebody if...
- you want one that carries 590kg more
- you want one that is rated 800kg heavier gross
A wide-bed transporter for owners of low, wide performance and classic cars who need more deck width than a standard car trailer offers. The broad spread of gross weights and lengths covers everything from a single lightweight kit car to a heavier twin-axle load.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
Common questions
What is the difference between the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 and the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody carries 590kg more and is rated 800kg heavier gross. The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 is 180kg lighter empty. 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.; the Woodford Widebody is a a wide flatbed vehicle transporter offered across 13 length and axle combinations.
Which is lighter, the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. It is 180kg lighter empty than the Woodford Widebody.
Which carries more, the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 or the Woodford Widebody?
The Woodford Widebody, by 590kg.
Can I tow the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 or the Woodford Widebody 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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