Head to head
Fautras Provan vs Woodford Eco Box
The Woodford Eco Box is 685kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Fautras Provan weighs 685kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Fautras Provan | Woodford Eco Box | |
|---|---|---|
| Unladen weight | 890-990kg | 205-275kg depending on size |
| Gross weight | 1,300-2,000kg (PTAC) | 500kg or 750kg options |
| External length | 4.27m | - |
| External width | 2.20m | - |
| External height | 2.69m | - |
| Flooring | Rot-proof polyethylene, lifetime guarantee | - |
| Dimensions | - | 3,080 x 1,595 x 1,960mm external (largest, ECO745) |
| Internal load space | - | 2,100 x 1,175 x 1,470mm (ECO745) |
| Axle | - | Single axle, unbraked |
Sources: Fautras Provan, Woodford Eco Box. 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 Eco Box if...
- you want one that is 685kg lighter empty
A lightweight box trailer built to order in Norfolk, bought by tradesmen and small businesses who want secure, lockable load space without the running costs of a van. It comes in four sizes so buyers can match it to what they need to carry.
Listed by
- Lustre trailers - Norwich
Common questions
What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the Woodford Eco Box?
The Woodford Eco Box is 685kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is a french-built two-horse trailer, also fitted out by some sellers to carry a horse-drawn carriage; the Woodford Eco Box is a lightweight single-axle box trailer for general and van-replacement use.
Which is lighter, the Fautras Provan or the Woodford Eco Box?
The Woodford Eco Box. It is 685kg lighter empty than the Fautras Provan.
Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the Woodford Eco Box 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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