Post by: Jase013 on May 28, 2022, 10:21:31 PM
Can anyone recommend a good forum to ask some questions on getting a trailer (not a camper trailer)?
Looking for some suggestions /recommendations on a multi purpose trailer that I can buy to use for a SXS, ride on mower and even transporting some cattle (one or two at a time) if needed in an emergency situation.
Happy to look at manufacturers between Sydney and Canberra.
Cheers,
Jase
Post by: lloydus67 on May 29, 2022, 12:47:10 AM
I would probably suggest a dog trailer and a small truck to pull it. But then you may as well put the cows in the truck.
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Post by: Steffo1 on May 29, 2022, 09:01:35 AM
A small horse float may do the trick.
Post by: Raym on May 29, 2022, 12:43:03 PM
Post by: Mace on May 29, 2022, 02:25:02 PM
https://www.trailertrailers.com.au/product/stock-crate-livestock-tandem-axle-heavy-duty-trailer-sale-melbourne-victoria/ (https://www.trailertrailers.com.au/product/stock-crate-livestock-tandem-axle-heavy-duty-trailer-sale-melbourne-victoria/)
https://armstrongtrailers.com.au/trailers/stock-crate-livestock-cattle-trailers-for-sale-in-bendigo/ (https://armstrongtrailers.com.au/trailers/stock-crate-livestock-cattle-trailers-for-sale-in-bendigo/)
It would probably give you a load capacity of about 1200kg. A heavy cow weighs in about at least 600kg. 12 month old vealers 250 - 350kg.
You would need to add the centre divider option, because if you're moving a single 600kg or so beast around, the last thing you want to experience whilst on the move is it moving from the front of the trailer to the rear....
You would probably also need to have the rear door panel hinged so it could be opened to give a full width entry, otherwise you would probably have to unbolt it and remove whenever you wanted to load the SBS.
Do not under any circumstances carry large cattle in a trailer without overhead bars fitted...... Seeing them go over the side is not a good experience.
Personally I would not put large cattle in a horse float.
:cheers:
Post by: rags on May 29, 2022, 06:44:10 PM
I have a 7x4 box trailer which is now 8 years old and more than happy with the quality.
Post by: wetduck on May 30, 2022, 12:20:06 PM
Or maybe a customised rear door on the stock crate that incorporates a full swing door and a slide gate?
Post by: Mace on May 30, 2022, 01:25:35 PM
Or maybe a customised rear door on the stock crate that incorporates a full swing door and a slide gate?
Already Mentioned.... :) :cheers:
You would probably also need to have the rear door panel hinged so it could be opened to give a full width entry, otherwise you would probably have to unbolt it and remove whenever you wanted to load the SBS.
Post by: Jase013 on May 30, 2022, 04:45:37 PM
Sxs mower I can’t find on Google
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Hi Lloyd,
Sorry I should have clarified that.
Post by: Jase013 on May 30, 2022, 04:49:31 PM
Having had a bit to do with cattle in a past life, and have moved them around in a dual axle trailer with stock crate, this is the minimum type of set up you would require...
https://www.trailertrailers.com.au/product/stock-crate-livestock-tandem-axle-heavy-duty-trailer-sale-melbourne-victoria/ (https://www.trailertrailers.com.au/product/stock-crate-livestock-tandem-axle-heavy-duty-trailer-sale-melbourne-victoria/)
https://armstrongtrailers.com.au/trailers/stock-crate-livestock-cattle-trailers-for-sale-in-bendigo/ (https://armstrongtrailers.com.au/trailers/stock-crate-livestock-cattle-trailers-for-sale-in-bendigo/)
It would probably give you a load capacity of about 1200kg. A heavy cow weighs in about at least 600kg. 12 month old vealers 250 - 350kg.
You would need to add the centre divider option, because if you're moving a single 600kg or so beast around, the last thing you want to experience whilst on the move is it moving from the front of the trailer to the rear....
You would probably also need to have the rear door panel hinged so it could be opened to give a full width entry, otherwise you would probably have to unbolt it and remove whenever you wanted to load the SBS.
Do not under any circumstances carry large cattle in a trailer without overhead bars fitted...... Seeing them go over the side is not a good experience.
Personally I would not put large cattle in a horse float.
:cheers:
Thanks Marc,
Was looking at something like this.
https://mechidtrailers.com.au/product/10x6-tandem-box-trailer-with-ramp-1200mm-high-multi-usage/ (https://mechidtrailers.com.au/product/10x6-tandem-box-trailer-with-ramp-1200mm-high-multi-usage/)
I might have to give the cattle transportation a miss!!!
Post by: Jase013 on May 30, 2022, 04:51:34 PM
Post by: Bird on May 30, 2022, 06:24:21 PM
Thanks Marc,Good looking unit though.
Was looking at something like this.
https://mechidtrailers.com.au/product/10x6-tandem-box-trailer-with-ramp-1200mm-high-multi-usage/ (https://mechidtrailers.com.au/product/10x6-tandem-box-trailer-with-ramp-1200mm-high-multi-usage/)
Post by: Mace on May 30, 2022, 06:40:11 PM
I might have to give the cattle transportation a miss!!!
I think that a 10 x 6 with cage would be far better for your needs... :cheers:
Cattle handling is a job for those who have many years experience.
if they are sick, you call a rural vet, they come to you. If you want them removed prior to fire, or other natural disaster, you call a livestock carrier.
Your reply came before I was going to ask for a clarification... what sort of emergency..
Shoot me a PM if you ever need some rural advice...
Cheers, Al.