Head to head
Erde CH451 vs Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16
The Erde CH451 carries 144kg more and is 41kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Payload: the Erde CH451 carries 144kg more.
- Unladen weight: the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 weighs 41kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Erde CH451 is rated 100kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Erde CH451 | Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 600kg | 500 kg |
| Unladen weight | 109kg | 150 kg |
| Payload | 494kg | 350 kg |
| Internal bed | 200 x 117cm | - |
| Length | - | 4,195 - 5,880 mm (adjustable) |
| Width | - | 1,600 mm |
| Suitable boat length | - | 4.60 m |
Sources: Erde CH451, Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the CH451 if...
- you want one that carries 144kg more
- you want one that is 41kg lighter empty
- you want one that is rated 100kg heavier gross
A bare chassis bought by buyers who want to fit their own box, cage or platform body rather than take a standard Erde trailer.
Listed by
- Southern County Trailers Ltd - Southampton, West End
- Trailer Centre - Rowley Regis
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 Erde CH451 and the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Erde CH451 carries 144kg more and is 41kg lighter empty. The Erde CH451 is a an unbraked single-axle multi-purpose trailer chassis rated at 600kg gross weight.; 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 Erde CH451 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Erde CH451. It is 41kg lighter empty than the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16.
Which carries more, the Erde CH451 or the Sun Way Galaxy SW385M16?
The Erde CH451, by 144kg.
Can I tow the Erde CH451 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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