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When searching for a 2 horse trailer you have many options to choose from and if you’re a new horse owner you can be inundated with so many options and varying opinions that it can be difficult to know exactly where to start. So you may be forgiven right from the start if you ask the question, why?
Well I suppose different people have different ideas about horse trailers and most of these ideas have been formed because of the fact that just like humans, all horses are different and so what suits one horse does not necessarily suit another horse. So when it comes to selecting the correct 2 horse trailer there will be certain considerations you need to take into account for your horse and then once you have these sorted these, then take a look at your requirements.
So firstly consider if you want to have a step-up or a ramp. Some people prefer a step-up for horses that are difficult to load as it can be easier to close the door behind the horse rather than lift a heavy ramp whereas a step-up can be more difficult to back the horse out again as the horse can be unsure of it’s footing when stepping out backwards. Ramps can also get slippery, especially if they’re steep but this can be overcome by ensuring you get a ramp with a more gradual slope and has a non slip material such as rubber.
Next you will need to consider if you want a straight or slant load. A straight load will quite often give the horse a better ride as it can transfer it’s weight from front to hind legs as you accelerate and slow down while a slant load applies uneven sideways forces to the horses legs as it tries to balance itself during acceleration and deceleration. The advantage of a slant load is you can fit more horses into a smaller space which leaves more room for dressing rooms and storage areas. Some slant loads also have the option of turning your horse around inside which can alleviate any horse unloading problems you may have.
When it comes to a 2 horse trailer you also have the choice of either bumper-pull or gooseneck. Your choice here will depend obviously on your tow vehicle and your budget. One difference that can be overlooked between the two is goosenecks are slightly easier to back but will take up more room when manoeuvring due to their larger size. Goosenecks are a safer option though if you are carrying heavy loads due to the weight being over the rear axle of the tow vehicle.
Another choice with a 2 horse trailers is, “with” or “without” living quarters. If you decide to go “with”, quite often living quarters add considerably to the length of your horse trailer so this combined with the extra weight might mean a gooseneck is your best option if you require living quarters.
Aluminium or steel is another option when considering a 2 horse trailer. Aluminium horse trailers can be more expensive that steel to buy but they can also mean a lighter trailer to tow which can lead to better fuel economy as well. So the extra you pay up front, you may possibly save in gas over time plus your tow vehicle will gain some performance as well.
Another point that can quite often be overlooked is the weight of a horse trailer. One theory in selecting a trailer is to always select a horse trailer with one extra stall. If you normally carry 2 horses it may be tempting to by a 3 horse trailer so your horses have more room or just in case one day you actually need to carry 3 horses. This may turn out to be a wise choice but at the end of the day a 3 horse trailer does weight considerably more than a 2 horse trailer so if you’re concerned about the bottom line, once again a lighter horse trailer will mean better performance from your tow vehicle and less fuel consumption.
So a word of advice, if you’re new to towing trailers there’s nothing worse that getting caught behind a slow vehicle on the highway that you can’t pass simply because you’ve got a heavy load and your vehicle just hasn’t got the performance to get past it.
Therefore when looking for a 2 horse trailer there is much to consider and many options to choose from. If cost and towing performance are not a limitation you can go all the way with your selection but if you are on a budget and are limited by the weight you can safely tow, then you may want to just go with the basics.
So the above considerations are just a starting point when selecting a 2 horse trailer. Research will obviously be the key to aid you in your selection and the internet is one of the best places to start. You will get many varying opinions as well but if you consult enough sources you should then be well equipped to make the right choice when selecting the correct 2 horse trailer that is just right for you.
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