Head to head
Fautras Provan vs Ifor Williams HB403
The Fautras Provan is 33cm (1ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 8cm longer inside.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Internal width: the Fautras Provan is 33cm (1ft) wider inside.
- Internal length: the Ifor Williams HB403 is 8cm longer inside.
Specifications side by side
| Fautras Provan | Ifor Williams HB403 | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,300 - 2,000kg | 1600kg |
| Unladen weight | 890 - 990kg | 767kg |
| Internal length | 3.00m | 3.08m |
| Internal width | 1.63m | 1.30m |
| Internal height | 2.25m | - |
| Axles | Single | - |
| Brakes | Braked (inertia) | - |
| Payload | - | 833kg |
Sources: Fautras Provan, Ifor Williams HB403. 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 33cm (1ft) 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 HB403 if...
- you want one that is 8cm longer inside
The smallest trailer in the HB horsebox range, bought by owners of a single horse or a couple of ponies who want the lightest legal option that can still be towed by a mid-size car.
Listed by
- Horse Trailer Sales - Robertsbridge, Staplecross
- Barnwell Trailers Ltd - Peterborough, Oundle, Barnwell
Common questions
What is the difference between the Fautras Provan and the Ifor Williams HB403?
The Fautras Provan is 33cm (1ft) wider inside. The Ifor Williams HB403 is 8cm longer inside. The Fautras Provan is a 2-horse polyester-bodied horse trailer; the Ifor Williams HB403 is a a compact single-horse or two-pony horsebox trailer.
Can I tow the Fautras Provan or the Ifor Williams HB403 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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