Head to head
Fautras Provan vs Ifor Williams P8e
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 P8e is a the largest of ifor williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Fautras Provan | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 890-990kg | 218kg |
| Gross weight | 1,300-2,000kg (PTAC) | 750kg |
| External length | 4.27m | - |
| External width | 2.20m | - |
| External height | 2.69m | - |
| Flooring | Rot-proof polyethylene, lifetime guarantee | - |
| Payload | - | 532kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | - | Unbraked |
Sources: Fautras Provan, Ifor Williams P8e. 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.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the P8e if...
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the Ifor Williams P8e?
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 P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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