Head to head
Brian James Race Transporter 5 vs Fautras Provan
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and is 49cm (1.5ft) wider inside. The Fautras Provan is 310kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 weighs 310kg more empty.
- Internal width: the Brian James Race Transporter 5 is 49cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Race Transporter 5 | Fautras Provan | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1,300 - 2,000kg |
| Unladen weight | from 1200kg | 890 - 990kg |
| Internal width | 2.12m | 1.63m |
| Axles | Twin | Single |
| Payload | up to 2300kg | - |
| Internal bed | 5.0m / 5.5m long | - |
| Internal length | - | 3.00m |
| Internal height | - | 2.25m |
| Brakes | - | Braked (inertia) |
Sources: Brian James Race Transporter 5, Fautras Provan. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Race Transporter 5 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 49cm (1.5ft) wider inside
Used by race teams and professional recovery operators moving cars that need slightly more bed length or restraint options than the Race Transporter 4 offers. It remains a twin-axle single-car trailer rather than a multi-car hauler.
Listed by
- Bicester Trailer Centre - Bicester
Buy or hire the Provan if...
- you want one that is 310kg lighter empty
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 Transporter 5 and the Fautras Provan?
The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and is 49cm (1.5ft) wider inside. The Fautras Provan is 310kg lighter empty. The Brian James Race Transporter 5 is a an open twin-axle hydraulic tilt-bed car transporter, longer than the Race Transporter 4; the Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Race Transporter 5 or the Fautras Provan?
The Fautras Provan. It is 310kg lighter empty than the Brian James Race Transporter 5.
Can I tow the Brian James Race Transporter 5 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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