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Fautras Provan vs Ifor Williams GX84

The Fautras Provan is a french-built two-horse trailer, also fitted out by some sellers to carry a horse-drawn carriage. The Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the gx plant range.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Provan
Fautras Provan
Ifor Williams GX84
Ifor Williams GX84 - image: blains.co.uk

Specifications side by side

Fautras ProvanIfor Williams GX84
Unladen weight890-990kg540kg
Gross weight1,300-2,000kg (PTAC)2700kg
External length4.27m-
External width2.20m-
External height2.69m-
FlooringRot-proof polyethylene, lifetime guarantee-
Payload-2160kg
Internal bed-2.45m x 1.27m

Sources: Fautras Provan, Ifor Williams GX84. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.

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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Buy or hire the GX84 if...

An entry-level plant trailer for landscapers and groundworkers moving a single small excavator or compact roller who do not need the longer beds further up the GX range.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the Ifor Williams GX84?

The Fautras Provan is a french-built two-horse trailer, also fitted out by some sellers to carry a horse-drawn carriage; the Ifor Williams GX84 is a the smallest trailer in the GX plant range.

Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the Ifor Williams GX84 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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