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Maypole MP6819 vs Sun Way Galaxy G510M16

The Maypole MP6819 is 70kg lighter empty. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is rated 1kg heavier gross.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Maypole MP6819
Maypole MP6819 - image: maypoleltd.com
Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 - image: remorquecenter.com

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Maypole MP6819Sun Way Galaxy G510M16
Gross weight499kg500 / 600 / 650 / 750 kg (modular rating)
Unladen weight120kg190 kg
Payload379kgup to 560 kg
Internal length186cm-
Internal width116cm-
Internal height32cm-
Length-470 - 600 cm
Width-181 cm
Axles-Single, unbraked
Suitable boat length-up to 4.80 m

Sources: Maypole MP6819, Sun Way Galaxy G510M16. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the MP6819 if...

  • you want one that is 70kg lighter empty

The longest trailer in Maypole's general purpose range here, for buyers needing extra bed length for bulkier loads such as garden waste or flat-pack furniture.

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Buy or hire the Galaxy G510M16 if...

  • you want one that is rated 1kg heavier gross

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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Maypole MP6819 and the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?

The Maypole MP6819 is 70kg lighter empty. The Sun Way Galaxy G510M16 is rated 1kg heavier gross. The Maypole MP6819 is a an unbraked single-axle general purpose car trailer rated at 499kg gross weight.; 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..

Which is lighter, the Maypole MP6819 or the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16?

The Maypole MP6819. It is 70kg lighter empty than the Sun Way Galaxy G510M16.

Can I tow the Maypole MP6819 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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