Head to head
Tickners RL5000 vs Woodford Galaxy
The Tickners RL5000 is a covered, tilting-bed vehicle transporter trailer. The Woodford Galaxy is a a covered, electric hydraulic tilt-bed vehicle transporter with an aluminium chassis.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Tickners RL5000 | Woodford Galaxy | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2,600-3,500kg depending on model | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 1,020-1,160kg depending on model | 1250kg |
| Axles | 2, 12in 155/5 stud wheels | Tri-axle |
| Overall length | 7,000mm | - |
| Bed length | 4,870mm | - |
| Overall height | 2,400mm | - |
| Payload | - | 2250kg |
| Internal bed | - | 5500mm x 2170/2370mm |
Sources: Tickners RL5000, Woodford Galaxy. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the RL5000 if...
An enclosed, tilting-bed trailer used to transport and protect a car in transit, popular with motorsport and classic car owners. The manual tilt bed lets a single person load a low car without ramps digging in.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Buy or hire the Galaxy if...
A covered transporter for classic car dealers and collectors who want their vehicle enclosed and winched on rather than driven up an open ramp. The half-aluminium chassis and electric tilt keep unladen weight down relative to the payload it carries.
Listed by
- MANA Trailers and Towing LTD - Usk, Monkswood
- Cobham Trailer Hire - Cobham, East Horsley
- Blendworth Trailers - Rowland's Castle
Common questions
What is the difference between the Tickners RL5000 and the Woodford Galaxy?
The Tickners RL5000 is a covered, tilting-bed vehicle transporter trailer; the Woodford Galaxy is a a covered, electric hydraulic tilt-bed vehicle transporter with an aluminium chassis.
Can I tow the Tickners RL5000 or the Woodford Galaxy 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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