What Does The Atm Mean In A Horse Float?

Aggregate Trailer Mass.
ATM – Aggregate Trailer Mass – This term refers to the combined weight of both your float and its load.

What does 2000kg ATM mean?

Let’s look at an example: Imagine a caravan that weighs 2000kg Tare (empty, including the unladen ball weight). It has an ATM (maximum permissible weight, including the ball weight of the now-loaded van) of 2700kg, and a GTM (maximum weight resting on the tyres only) of 2500kg.

What does ATM stand for in weight?

Aggregate Trailer Mass
Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM) is the total mass of the trailer when carrying the maximum load recommended by the manufacturer.

Which side of a horse do you load on a float?

Things to do to ensure a safe floating experience:
If you are transporting one horse in a double float load the horse on the driver’s side. If you are transporting two horses, load the heaviest horse on the driver’s side. This will help keep the float balanced.

What makes a good horse float?

When looking at horse floats for sale, make sure the tyres are the right type with sufficient tread, and that they all match. Ideally floats should have heavy duty wheels with light truck tyres, as regular car tyres and wheels aren’t strong enough to carry loads over 1,000 kilos.

How strong is an ATM?

These ATM machines typically weigh around 300 lbs or more. The steel used in a Level 1 safe can typically withstand physical pressure of 50,000 psi.

What does 3500kg ATM mean?

ATM is the Gross mass that can be carried on the wheels of the trailer.That is the tare plus load which is GTM LESS the static load on the tow ball.

How ATM is measured?

Meteorologists describe the atmospheric pressure by how high the mercury rises. An atmosphere (atm) is a unit of measurement equal to the average air pressure at sea level at a temperature of 15 degrees Celsius (59 degrees Fahrenheit). One atmosphere is 1,013 millibars, or 760 millimeters (29.92 inches) of mercury.

What does Tare and ATM mean?

ATM stands for aggregate trailer mass and refers to the combined weight of the trailer (tare weight) and the maximum trailer load. The maximum trailer load ensures the load is safe, controllable and that it will not significantly shorten the life of the vehicle’s body and mechanical components.

What’s the difference between ATM and GTM?

The gross trailer mass (GTM) is also set by the manufacturer and refers to the weight transmitted from the caravan axle or axles to the ground. This number will be lower than the ATM because some weight distributes through the tow ball.

How long can you float a horse without stopping?

The general rule many go by is to stop every 4-6 hours, for at least 30 minutes (This is when you should be feeding your horse). *If you’re traveling during a hot day then you’d probably want to stop at least every 4 hours and ensure that your horse gets plenty to drink, and is possibly hosed/bucketed down with water.

How long should you float a horse?

Any float trip over four hours is considered to have an increased risk of stress and stress-related travel illness. It is very important that horses are given a break from travelling every three to four hours, even if its just to pull over on the side of the road and offer them some water.

Why does my horse scramble in the float?

The most common injury that will cause a horse to start scrambling is an injury to the hind end stabilizer muscle. If a horse strains or tears this muscle, they simply cannot balance going around corners in a float.

Should you feed horse before floating?

Feeding before a journey. If you will be travelling less than 4 to 6 hours there is little need to do anything special before a trip aside from ensuring your horse is healthy and well fed prior to the trip and will have suitable feed and water available as soon as the journey has ended.

Should you tie a horse in a float?

When travelling you have the option of not tying your horse up. However some horses may be prone to annoying their travelling companions or trying to turn in the bay. If you do decide to tie your horse up we recommend using either a quick release snap tie point or a rubber safety tie like this .

How often should a horse get floated?

every 6 months
How often should my horse be floated? Your horse should be examined and have a routine dental float at least once a year. Depending on your horse’s age, breed, history, and performance use, we may recommend that they be examined every 6 months.

What do you need in a horse float?

A spare tire, tire iron, float jack, flashlight, and roadside flares are just some of the essentials that should always be on your horse float. Hanging hay nets in your horse float will help to keep your horse entertained during the ride.

What shape makes a ship float best?

A flat bottom is best, with sides to keep out the water and a large surface area that touches the water. Boats with lots of surface area are very wide, with lots of space inside.