Head to head
Brian James Race Box vs Fautras Provan
The Brian James Race Box is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.0m (3.5ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Box is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Brian James Race Box is 1.0m (3.5ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Box is 32cm (1ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Box | Fautras Provan | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3000kg | 1,300 - 2,000kg |
| Internal width | 1.95m | 1.63m |
| Internal length | 4.0m / 4.5m / 5.0m | 3.00m |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
| Payload | up to 1885kg | - |
| Unladen weight | - | 890 - 990kg |
| Internal height | - | 2.25m |
| Brakes | - | Braked (inertia) |
Sources: Brian James Race Box, Fautras Provan. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Box if...
- you want one that is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 1.0m (3.5ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 32cm (1ft) wider inside
Positioned for classic car owners and smaller motorsport teams who want their car fully enclosed and weatherproof but do not need the wider bed of the Race Sport or Race Transporter ranges. The narrower internal width suits a single classic or compact race car rather than a modern GT car.
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 Race Box and the Fautras Provan?
The Brian James Race Box is rated 1.7 tonnes heavier gross and is 1.0m (3.5ft) longer inside. The Brian James Race Box is a a fully enclosed twin-axle car transporter for classics and small race cars; the Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Box 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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