Head to head
Bateson 120V Van Trailer vs Fautras Provan
The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is a small unbraked fibreglass box trailer. The Fautras Provan is a french-built two-horse trailer, also fitted out by some sellers to carry a horse-drawn carriage.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 120V Van Trailer | Fautras Provan | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 750kg | 1,300-2,000kg (PTAC) |
| Unladen weight | 260kg | 890-990kg |
| Payload | 490kg | - |
| Internal length | 2050mm | - |
| Internal width | 1150mm | - |
| Internal height | 1200mm | - |
| Brakes | Unbraked | - |
| External length | - | 4.27m |
| External width | - | 2.20m |
| External height | - | 2.69m |
| Flooring | - | Rot-proof polyethylene, lifetime guarantee |
Sources: Bateson 120V Van Trailer, Fautras Provan. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 120V Van Trailer if...
A light unbraked box trailer with a galvanised chassis and fibreglass body, aimed at private buyers who want weatherproof, lockable storage behind a small car. Its low weight keeps it towable by vehicles with a modest unbraked limit.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the Provan if...
A galvanised-chassis trailer built by the French maker Fautras, sold in the UK through horsebox dealers as a lightweight two-horse trailer. Its rot-proof floor and adjustable divider suit owners who want a trailer that will not need re-flooring after a few wet winters.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 120V Van Trailer and the Fautras Provan?
The Bateson 120V Van Trailer is a small unbraked fibreglass box trailer; the Fautras Provan is a french-built two-horse trailer, also fitted out by some sellers to carry a horse-drawn carriage.
Can I tow the Bateson 120V Van Trailer or the Fautras Provan 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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