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Fautras Provan vs Ifor Williams LM166

The Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and is 95kg lighter empty.

Last reviewed 13 September 2026

Provan
Fautras Provan
Ifor Williams LM166
Ifor Williams LM166 - image: blains.co.uk

Key differences

Specifications side by side

Fautras ProvanIfor Williams LM166
Gross weight1,300 - 2,000kg3500kg
Unladen weight890 - 990kg795kg
Internal length3.00m-
Internal width1.63m-
Internal height2.25m-
AxlesSingle-
BrakesBraked (inertia)-
Payload-2705kg
Internal bed-4.77m x 1.98m

Sources: Fautras Provan, Ifor Williams LM166. 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.

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Buy or hire the LM166 if...

  • you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
  • you want one that is 95kg lighter empty

Bought by contractors and hauliers who regularly carry longer loads, such as fencing materials or several pallets, and need more deck length than the LM106 or LM126 provide.

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Common questions

What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the Ifor Williams LM166?

The Ifor Williams LM166 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and is 95kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer; the Ifor Williams LM166 is a a long-bed flatbed trailer.

Which is lighter, the Fautras Provan or the Ifor Williams LM166?

The Ifor Williams LM166. It is 95kg lighter empty than the Fautras Provan.

Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the Ifor Williams LM166 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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