Head to head
Bateson 355B vs Fautras Provan
The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer. The Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Bateson 355B | Fautras Provan | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1,300 - 2,000kg |
| Unladen weight | 800kg | 890 - 990kg |
| Axles | Twin axle | Single |
| Payload | 2700kg | - |
| Deck length | 5000mm | - |
| Deck width | 2100mm | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal width | - | 1.63m |
| Internal height | - | 2.25m |
| Brakes | - | Braked (inertia) |
Sources: Bateson 355B, Fautras Provan. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the 355B if...
Bateson's most popular beavertail transporter, used by garages, race teams and recovery operators to load a car under its own power up a shallow ramp rather than winching it onto a flat deck. It comes with ramps and a hand winch as standard.
Listed by
- Mid Norfolk Trailer Sales & Hire LTD - King's Lynn
Buy or hire the Provan if...
A lightweight two-horse trailer for private owners and small livery yards who want to tow with a car on a standard B96 licence rather than needing a 7.5 tonne horsebox. The all-polyester body and large front ramp aim to make loading easier than a steel-bodied trailer of similar size.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Bateson 355B and the Fautras Provan?
The Bateson 355B is a twin axle beavertail car transporter trailer; the Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer.
Can I tow the Bateson 355B 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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