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Fautras Provan vs M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 610kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is rated 550kg heavier gross and is 41cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Unladen weight: the Fautras Provan weighs 610kg more empty.
- Gross weight: the Fautras Provan is rated 550kg heavier gross.
- Internal width: the Fautras Provan is 41cm (1.5ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the Fautras Provan is 56cm (2ft) longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Fautras Provan | M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,300 - 2,000kg | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 890 - 990kg | 280kg |
| Internal length | 3.00m | 2440mm |
| Internal width | 1.63m | 1220mm |
| Axles | Single | Single |
| Brakes | Braked (inertia) | Unbraked |
| Internal height | 2.25m | - |
| Payload | - | 470kg |
Sources: Fautras Provan, M-Tec 8ft 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 41cm (1.5ft) wider inside
- you want one that is 56cm (2ft) longer 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 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer if...
- you want one that is 610kg lighter empty
A longer single-axle box trailer for small builders and landscapers who need more load length than the 6x4 but still want to stay under the unbraked weight limit. Suited to bulky, light loads like fencing panels or garden waste.
Listed by
- A & M Trailers & Trailer Parts - Armagh, Milford
Common questions
What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is 610kg lighter empty. The Fautras Provan is rated 550kg heavier gross and is 41cm (1.5ft) wider inside. The Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer; the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer is a 8ft x 4ft unbraked single axle general purpose trailer.
Which is lighter, the Fautras Provan or the M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer?
The M-Tec 8ft x 4ft Single Axle Trailer. It is 610kg lighter empty than the Fautras Provan.
Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the M-Tec 8ft 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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