Head to head
Fautras Provan vs Nugent P3116H
The Fautras Provan is a french-built two-horse trailer, also fitted out by some sellers to carry a horse-drawn carriage. The Nugent P3116H is a a plant trailer for mini excavators and small machinery.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Fautras Provan | Nugent P3116H | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 890-990kg | 735kg |
| Gross weight | 1,300-2,000kg (PTAC) | 3500kg |
| External length | 4.27m | - |
| External width | 2.20m | - |
| External height | 2.69m | - |
| Flooring | Rot-proof polyethylene, lifetime guarantee | - |
| Payload | - | 2765kg |
| Internal bed | - | 3148mm x 1616mm |
| Axles | - | Twin |
Sources: Fautras Provan, Nugent P3116H. 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 P3116H if...
Bought by groundworks and plant hire operators who need to move a mini digger or similar compact machine and want Nugent's own suspension and braking package rather than a lighter unbraked trailer.
Listed by
- Kent Towing Solutions - Tunbridge Wells
Common questions
What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the Nugent P3116H?
The Fautras Provan is a french-built two-horse trailer, also fitted out by some sellers to carry a horse-drawn carriage; the Nugent P3116H is a a plant trailer for mini excavators and small machinery.
Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the Nugent P3116H 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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