Head to head
Brian James Box Van 600 vs Fautras Provan
The Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Box Van 600 | Fautras Provan | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg | 1,300 - 2,000kg |
| Axles | Twin (12in wheels) | Single |
| Payload | 1829kg | - |
| Internal bed | 3.0m x 1.6m | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 890 - 990kg |
| Internal length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal width | - | 1.63m |
| Internal height | - | 2.25m |
| Brakes | - | Braked (inertia) |
Sources: Brian James Box Van 600, Fautras Provan. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Box Van 600 if...
- you want one that is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross
Bought by tradespeople and small delivery operators who need goods kept dry and out of sight rather than carried on an open flatbed. Its 2700kg rating keeps it inside the range towable by many car-derived vans.
Listed by
- Formula Trailers,, Brian-James Trailers Main Dealer in the SW UK - Wellington, Poole
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 Brian James Box Van 600 and the Fautras Provan?
The Brian James Box Van 600 is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Brian James Box Van 600 is a a small enclosed twin-axle box van trailer; the Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Box Van 600 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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