Horse Trailers For Sale near Jupiter, FL

Horse Trailer Buying Guide

Every horse owner needs at least one horse trailer. You have to have a way to take your beloved animal out to the riding trails, to competitions and to see your local veterinarian, and a horse trailer is the safest option. But horse trailers come in many shapes and sizes, so it can be a challenge to determine exactly what it is you need from one.

Glenn’s Trailer Sales in Hobe Sound is your Florida horse trailer dealer. Below, you’ll find a quick buying guide to help you locate the perfect horse trailer for your and your horse’s needs.

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Hitch Types

A common method of breaking down horse trailer types is to do it by hitching style. Your options are either a gooseneck hitch or a bumper-pull hitch. Each type has its benefits and limitations.

Gooseneck hitches anchor into your truck bed and require you to own a pickup truck to tow your trailer around. They provide more stability while towing and can carry more weight, so a gooseneck hitch is the best option if you’re carrying multiple horses at once.

Bumper-pull hitches are capable of being attached to nearly any type of towing vehicle, so they’re more versatile. You can hook them up to RVs, vans, trucks and SUVs. The main downside is that these hitches can’t handle as much weight, and there’s an additional concern of trailer sway while towing.

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Construction Material

Another way to think about your horse trailer is to consider the type of material you want it to be made from. Your two main choices here are steel and aluminum. With either option, make sure your trailer has an anti-corrosive coating to prevent damage from horse urine.

Steel trailers are durable, hefty and capable of handling a heavy load. However, they are inclined to rust. The weight can also be a challenge.

Aluminum trailers are lightweight, which makes them easier to tow, but this also means they can be damaged by an especially jumpy horse. Aluminum corrodes instead of rusting.

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Features

Horse trailers can also be defined by the types of features they have. The main feature you should concern yourself with is interior space; your horse needs room to move around and to maintain a wider stance while the vehicle is in motion.

Ventilation is another essential feature that brings in fresh air for your horse. Lots of windows will add natural light, which can make the inside of the trailer bright and airy and less frightening for your horse to enter. Choose a trailer that has a light-colored interior along with interior lighting for nighttime loading.

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Visit our dealership in Hobe Sound, FL, today to take a look at our full stock of new and used horse trailers for sale. We even provide trailer financing options as well as trade-in values and price quotes to help you with your budget. Glenn’s Trailer Sales proudly serves the cities of Jupiter and West Palm Beach, FL.