Head to head
Fautras Provan vs Ifor Williams GX
The Ifor Williams GX is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GX is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Fautras Provan | Ifor Williams GX | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,300 - 2,000kg | 2700-3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 890 - 990kg | - |
| Internal length | 3.00m | - |
| Internal width | 1.63m | - |
| Internal height | 2.25m | - |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Brakes | Braked (inertia) | - |
Sources: Fautras Provan, Ifor Williams GX. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Provan if...
A lightweight two-horse trailer for private owners and small livery yards who want to tow with a car on a standard B96 licence rather than needing a 7.5 tonne horsebox. The all-polyester body and large front ramp aim to make loading easier than a steel-bodied trailer of similar size.
Full Provan specifications →Buy or hire the GX if...
- you want one that is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross
Ifor Williams GX, carried by UK dealers and hire companies listed on GetBrent for sale. Plant trailers are the working end of groundworks: contractors and hire firms use them to move mini diggers, dumpers and rollers between sites.
Full GX specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the Ifor Williams GX?
The Ifor Williams GX is rated 1.4 tonnes heavier gross. The Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer; the Ifor Williams GX is a plant trailer range.
Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the Ifor Williams GX 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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