Head to head
Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg vs Fautras Provan
The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the equinox 3,500kg horsebox. 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
| Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg | Fautras Provan | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 3500kg | 1,300-2,000kg (PTAC) |
| Unladen weight | 2440kg | 890-990kg |
| Payload | 1060kg | - |
| External length | - | 4.27m |
| External width | - | 2.20m |
| External height | - | 2.69m |
| Flooring | - | Rot-proof polyethylene, lifetime guarantee |
Sources: Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg, Fautras Provan. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Equinox Excel 3,500kg if...
The Excel trim adds equipment and finish over the standard Equinox on the same 3.5 tonne chassis, aimed at buyers who want a more comfortable cab and living area without moving up a weight class.
Listed by
- Trek-Trailers Three Counties - Hereford
- Trek-Trailers Suffolk - Bury Saint Edmunds
- Trek-Trailers Lincolnshire - Doncaster, Belton
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.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Common questions
What is the difference between the Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg and the Fautras Provan?
The Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg is a higher-specification trim of the Equinox 3,500kg horsebox; 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 Equi-Trek Equinox Excel 3,500kg 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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