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Brian James C Transporter vs Fautras Provan

The Brian James C Transporter is a single axle open car transporter 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

Brian James C TransporterFautras Provan
Gross weight1,500kg1,300-2,000kg (PTAC)
Load capacity1,010kg-
Bed length3.20m-
Bed width1.80m-
AxlesSingle-
External length-4.27m
External width-2.20m
External height-2.69m
Unladen weight-890-990kg
Flooring-Rot-proof polyethylene, lifetime guarantee

Sources: Brian James C Transporter, Fautras Provan. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

Buy or hire the C Transporter if...

Brian James's entry-level open car transporter, a single-axle trailer that a family car can tow. Its 1,010kg load capacity suits a small classic car, track-day hatchback or ride-on mower rather than a modern SUV or performance car.

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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 Brian James C Transporter and the Fautras Provan?

The Brian James C Transporter is a single axle open car transporter 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 Brian James C Transporter 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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