Head to head
Fautras Provan vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams P8e is 672kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is rated 550kg heavier gross.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Fautras Provan weighs 672kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Fautras Provan is rated 550kg heavier gross.
Specifications side by side
| Fautras Provan | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,300 - 2,000kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 890 - 990kg | 218kg |
| Brakes | Braked (inertia) | Unbraked |
| Internal length | 3.00m | - |
| Internal width | 1.63m | - |
| Internal height | 2.25m | - |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Payload | - | 532kg |
| Internal bed | - | 2.51m x 1.45m |
Sources: Fautras Provan, Ifor Williams P8e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Provan if...
- you want one that is rated 550kg heavier gross
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 P8e if...
- you want one that is 672kg lighter empty
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e is 672kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is rated 550kg heavier gross. The Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Fautras Provan or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 672kg lighter empty than the Fautras Provan.
Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the Ifor Williams P8e 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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