Head to head
Brian James Tipper vs Fautras Provan
The Brian James Tipper is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross and is 105kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is 3cm wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Brian James Tipper is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Fautras Provan weighs 105kg more empty.
- Internal length: the Brian James Tipper is 10cm longer inside.
- Internal width: the Fautras Provan is 3cm wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Brian James Tipper | Fautras Provan | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 2700kg / 3500kg | 1,300 - 2,000kg |
| Unladen weight | from 785kg | 890 - 990kg |
| Internal width | 1.6m / 2.0m | 1.63m |
| Internal length | 3.1m to 4.0m | 3.00m |
| Axles | Twin or Tri | Single |
| Payload | up to 2500kg | - |
| Internal height | - | 2.25m |
| Brakes | - | Braked (inertia) |
Sources: Brian James Tipper, Fautras Provan. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Tipper if...
- you want one that is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 105kg lighter empty
- you want one that is 10cm longer inside
Used by builders, landscapers and small hauliers who need to tip loose materials rather than lift them off by hand. The range of widths, lengths and axle counts lets a buyer match capacity to their tow vehicle's rating.
Listed by
- Fieldfare Trailer Centre - Salisbury
Buy or hire the Provan if...
- you want one that is 3cm wider inside
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.
Full Provan specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Brian James Tipper and the Fautras Provan?
The Brian James Tipper is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross and is 105kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is 3cm wider inside. The Brian James Tipper is a a hydraulic tipping trailer for aggregate, waste and general building materials; the Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer.
Which is lighter, the Brian James Tipper or the Fautras Provan?
The Brian James Tipper. It is 105kg lighter empty than the Fautras Provan.
Can I tow the Brian James Tipper 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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