Head to head
Fautras Provan vs Ifor Williams LM85
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and is 365kg lighter empty.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Fautras Provan weighs 365kg more empty.
Specifications side by side
| Fautras Provan | Ifor Williams LM85 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,300 - 2,000kg | 3500kg |
| Unladen weight | 890 - 990kg | 525kg |
| Internal length | 3.00m | - |
| Internal width | 1.63m | - |
| Internal height | 2.25m | - |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Brakes | Braked (inertia) | - |
| Payload | - | 2975kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.44m x 1.52m |
Sources: Fautras Provan, Ifor Williams LM85. 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.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
Buy or hire the LM85 if...
- you want one that is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross
- you want one that is 365kg lighter empty
A compact flatbed for smallholders and tradespeople who need to move heavy but not bulky loads, such as pallets of blocks, and want maximum payload from the smallest bed in the range.
Listed by
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85 is rated 2.2 tonnes heavier gross and is 365kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer; the Ifor Williams LM85 is a the shortest flatbed trailer in the LM range.
Which is lighter, the Fautras Provan or the Ifor Williams LM85?
The Ifor Williams LM85. It is 365kg lighter empty than the Fautras Provan.
Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the Ifor Williams LM85 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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