What Size Horsebox Do I Need?

If you have just one horse or two ponies, then you can get away with a 3.5 ton horsebox. If you have two or more horses, then you’ll need a 7.5 ton or above to carry the weight.

How big should a horse box be?

Stalls should be wide enough to allow the horses to comfortably shift their weight from side to side, but not so wide that the horses can run the risk of turning around or falling in between walls and dividers. In most cases, a three to six inch space on either side of the horse is plenty of room for a standing stall.

What weight can a 3.5 tonne horsebox carry?

between 750-1100 kilos
Payloads can vary in 3.5 Tonne horseboxes- but are generally between 750-1100 kilos. So… average 16.2 Horse weighs approximately 680 kilos, two passengers at 80 kilos each, 25 kilos of tack would give you a total weight of 865 kilos.

How do I choose a horse box?

A FEW STEPS TO CHOOSING A HORSEBOX

1. PAYLOAD. Ensure the horsebox has sufficient payload to safely transport your horses.
2. LONG HAULS.
3. ROOM FOR GROWTH.
4. TACK LOCKERS.
5. THE SAFETY AND SECURITY OF YOUR HORSE.

How big is an average horse box?

Standard body length is 3.6m long from bulkhead to rear wall with a 0.8m long groom area that and can be extended by 0.45m or 0.7m.

Is a 12×12 horse stall big enough?

The size of the horse and the amount of time the horse spends in the stall help determine stall size. Larger horses require more square footage than do smaller ponies to be able to turn around, lie down, and get up comfortably. A 12-foot x 12-foot stall is the standard recommendation for a 1,000-pound horse.

What size trailer do I need for a 16.2 horse?

Trailer Dimensions
While most horses fit in a standard straight-load trailer—10′ stalls, 7’6” tall and 6′ wide on the inside—many of the breeds used in the performance industry today need a little more space. In general, a horse that is 16.3-17.2 hands needs a trailer that has 11′ stalls and is 7’8” tall.

Who can drive a 4.5 tonne horsebox?

First, the Category C1+E would enable you to tow a trailer with a horsebox between 3.5 and 7.5 tonnes. If your horsebox is heavier than 7.5 tonnes, you would need the Category C licence.

Can I drive a 7.5 ton horse box?

Licencing for Horseboxes
Assuming you do not want to tow a trailer behind your vehicle, you will need a Category C1 licence. This licence enables you to operate vehicles of between 3.5 and 7.5 tonnes MAM. Please understand that these weight limits do not necessarily reference only the weight of the vehicle.

What size horsebox can I drive?

A typical 7.5t horsebox will have an unladen weight of anything between 4t and 6t and the total MAM (GVW) including the load carried, cannot exceed 7.5t. So if your horsebox has an unladen weight of 5t, the load you carry cannot exceed 2.5t.

Do horse boxes hold their value?

Horseboxes are much like other vehicles and their value depreciates over time based on the age of the vehicle and mileage, as well as the condition they’re in. Ensuring you keep up the maintenance of your horsebox will go a long way to holding as much resale value as possible.

Is it cheaper to board a horse or keep it at home?

If you have the space and facility to keep your equines at home, it’s more cost effective and offers a number of advantages that boarding does not.

What are the 4 factors to consider when selecting a horse?

• Balance.
• Structural correctness.
• Movement.
• With appropriate breed and sex characteristics.
• Adequate muscling.

What is the ideal size for a horse stable?

Stable sizes for horses
All passageways should be wide enough to allow horses to be led safely past other horses. As a guide the BHS minimum stable size recommendations are: horses: 3.65m x 3.65m (12ft x 12ft) large horses: 3.65m x 4.25m (12ft x 14ft)

How many m2 do you need for a horse?

Horses should be provided with a stable or stall to provide protection from the sun, wind, storms and dust, along with a run- out area. Stables or stalls should be large enough for the horse to lie down and comfortably turn around e.g. 100 m2 per horse (typically 10 m wide and 10 m long).

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.

Is a 10×10 stall big enough for a horse?

A 10×10 horse stall is a common, manageable size home for an average size horse. If your horse is less than 16 hands high (generally under 1,300 pounds), it should be quite comfortable in a 10×10 stall.

Is a 10×12 stall big enough for a horse?

An average-sized horse (about 14-16 hands) can fit comfortably in a 12′ x 12′ stall. That being said, one can consider a smaller stall such as 10’x12′ – depending on personal preferences and stall usage. Ponies, Welsh or Shetland breeds typically will do well in a 10′ x 10′ stall.

How many hours a day should a horse be turned out?

Research has shown that horses require at least 8 to 10 hours of turnout per day, on good quality pasture, to achieve the minimum dry matter intake of 1% of their body weight. The recommended dry matter intake for an average horse is 1.25% to 2% of their body weight daily.

Can a trailer be too big for a horse?

Correct stall width (width between two dividers or wall and divider) helps horses to balance. If they are squeezed between the divider and wall, it’s not enough. Too much width can get them in trouble.

How tall of a trailer does a 16 hand horse need?

A trailer with a 7′ height will fit a horse from 14 hands to 16 hands without any problems. A trailer with a 7’6″ roof should be fine hauling horses from 16.3 hands up to 17 hands tall.