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Bateson PT44 vs Fautras Provan

The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch. 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 PT44Fautras Provan
Gross weight2750kg1,300-2,000kg (PTAC)
Unladen weight770kg890-990kg
Overall length5950mm-
Overall width2180mm-
Internal deck4500mm x 2100mm (LxW)-
Payload1980kg-
AxlesTwin axle-
External length-4.27m
External width-2.20m
External height-2.69m
Flooring-Rot-proof polyethylene, lifetime guarantee

Sources: Bateson PT44, Fautras Provan. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the PT44 if...

Bateson's 14ft x 7ft tilt-bed trailer, supplied with steel sides, ramps and a winch as standard. Used to load and carry cars, quads and small plant, it is one of the most widely stocked hydraulic tilt trailers among UK hire and trailer-sales firms.

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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.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Bateson PT44 and the Fautras Provan?

The Bateson PT44 is a hydraulic tilt platform trailer with winch; 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 PT44 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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