Do I Need A Tacho In My Horsebox?

Driver Hours Rules & Regulations However, if the horsebox that you operate is over 7.5-tonnes, you will require a tachograph and will need to adhere to drivers’ hours rules and regulations.

What do I need in my horsebox?

20 essentials for your Horsebox!

1. First Aid Kit. A well stocked first aid kit for both you and your horse is a must, hopefully you will never need to use it but just incase it’s better to be safe than sorry.
2. Fresh water and water buckets.
3. Rugs.
4. Spares.
5. Passport.
6. Haynet and hay.
7. Emergency Contact Numbers.
8. Dressage Tests.

At what weight do you need a tachograph?

If you use a smaller vehicle (eg a 4×4) for towing, you’ll only need a tachograph if its total weight is more than 3.5 tonnes.

Do I need to use tachograph?

You must use a tachograph if the vehicle you’re driving comes under EU or AETR rules. Find out if EU or AETR rules apply to the passenger carrying vehicle or goods vehicle that you’re driving.

Can you travel in back of horsebox?

Don’t forget to check the vehicle that will be towing your trailer too. Did you know..? It’s illegal to travel in the back of a trailer or horsebox with your horse!

Is a horse box an HGV?

Horseboxes can be as small as a light goods van or as large as a full-size HGV. Obviously, the 3.5-tonne horsebox is about the same size as a van.

Who is exempt from using a tachograph?

The following vehicles are the only vehicles that are exempt from the LCV tachograph rules: Vehicles which cannot exceed 40km/h. Emergency service and armed forces vehicles. Breakdown recovery vehicles that are within 100km of their base.

Does a 7.5 ton lorry need a tachograph?

You do not need a tachograph if you are making a personal journey and driving a vehicle up to 7.5 tonnes (though you would need an appropriate licence to drive a vehicle that size).

What size lorry needs a tachograph?

Tachographs record how long you’ve been driving for, and are compulsory in all vehicles weighing more than 3.5 tonnes that are being used for commercial benefit. However, you’ll also need one if you are towing a trailer and the total gross weight of the vehicle and trailer is more than 3.5 tonnes.

Can I use a logbook instead of tachograph?

It is acceptable either to use a log book or tachograph recording equipment to keep these records. If you are keeping records then you must have the current record book with you whenever you are on duty.

Can you drive HGV without tacho?

Most HGV’s can be operated without a card; however, this is very much against regulations (with the exception of very few circumstances) and driving without a tachograph card will result in your vehicle recording any times it is used without a card present.

What is the penalty for driving without a tacho card?

This offence can carry up to two years in prison. The authorities will want to know whether the Operator was aware that a driver was using another’s card. Operators who fail to notice this happening, or are complicit in it, can expect to be either prosecuted or called to Public Inquiry by the Traffic Commissioner.

How fast can you drive with a horse box?

Those who operate horseboxes in excess of 7.5 tonnes will see their dual-carriage way speed limit increase from 50 mph to 60 mph beginning in April. Standard HGVs will see a speed limit increase from 40 mph to 50 mph.

How long can you transport a horse without stopping?

Maximum transportation of 24-hours with a stop at least every 8 hours for feeding and water if required; Horses over the age of 8 months must wear a halter during transportation.

How long can you travel with a horse without stopping?

Horses are fine for up to 9 hours in a trailer as long as they have food and water, and unloading during the trip just adds to your end time considerably. Rather, get to where you are going and let them –and you- have a long rest.

Do you need a Operators licence for a 7.5 ton horsebox?

Operator licensing
An operator’s licence is required by anyone who uses a vehicle of more than 3.5 tonnes gross vehicle weight (the maximum combined weight of vehicle and load) for carrying any kind of goods or livestock in connection with a business.

What class is a horse box?

(Rigid / HGV Class 2). This is the most popular licence for horsebox drivers. If you’re wanting to pull a trailer with your C licence you need C+E. The C test must be passed before you can move on to taking the C+E (truck and trailer / HGV Class 1).

How long can a horse travel in a horsebox?

Stop every four-and-a-half hours to rest the horses and offer them water. They don’t have to come off the trailer, they just need to stand still for half an hour. Ideally, maximum travel time should be 12 hours, including stops.

Who is exempt from eld rule?

ELD Rule Exceptions
Driveaway-towaway drivers (were the vehicle driven is the commodity) or the vehicle being transported is a motor home or a recreation vehicle trailer (at least one set of wheels of the vehicle being transported must be on the surface while being transported)

Who is exempt from a DOT number?

A pickup truck will not generally require a DOT number because the weight of most such vehicles falls under the 10,000-pound threshold. Pickup trucks and trailers rarely transport passengers for compensation, let alone nine or more. Therefore, FMCSA requirements generally don’t apply to pickup trucks.

Do you need a tacho in van and trailer?

You only need a tachograph if the Gross Vehicle Weight of your van exceeds 3.5 tonnes. (Gross Vehicle Weight refers to the weight of a fully loaded van – it’s distinct from Gross Kerb Weight, which basically refers to the weight of an empty van.)