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Fautras Provan vs M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 650kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is rated 550kg heavier gross and is 1.18m (4ft) longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Fautras Provan weighs 650kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Fautras Provan is rated 550kg heavier gross.
- Internal length: the Fautras Provan is 1.18m (4ft) longer inside.
- Internal width: the Fautras Provan is 41cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
Specifications side by side
| Fautras Provan | M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,300 - 2,000kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 890 - 990kg | 240kg |
| Internal length | 3.00m | 1820mm |
| Internal width | 1.63m | 1220mm |
| Axles | Single | Single |
| Brakes | Braked (inertia) | Unbraked |
| Internal height | 2.25m | - |
| Payload | - | 510kg |
Sources: Fautras Provan, M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. 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
- you want one that is 1.18m (4ft) longer inside
- you want one that is 41cm (1.5ft) wider inside
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 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 650kg lighter empty
An entry-level box trailer for tradespeople and gardeners moving small loads of tools, waste or turf, light enough to tow on a car licence without a trailer test. Its 750kg gross weight keeps it under the unbraked trailer limit.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 650kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is rated 550kg heavier gross and is 1.18m (4ft) longer inside. The Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer; the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 6ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Fautras Provan or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 650kg lighter empty than the Fautras Provan.
Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the M-Tec 6ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer 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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