Trophy Tubby
The Trophy Tubby is a very compact 7.5 Tonne rear load horse box that is built new, bespoke to your needs. Its compact size, achieved by shortening the original chassis, means it is manoeuvrable and takes up less space when parked. It is built to a high standard with living and storage to suit you. This horse box is particularly suited to those needing a large payload or transporting three horses where parking space is limited.
- Easier to manoeuvre and drive than a full 7.5 Tonne horse box
- Various options available for living, horse area and storage size, location and configurations
- Transports three horses herringbone
- Large payloads achievable
- Safety drop breast bar in case of emergency as standard
- Full aluminium floor
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Build prices start at £26,995 +VAT +Chassis
Features
Weight and Dimensions
- Good payload of 2000kg, dependent on choice of materials and extras
- Transports 2-3 large horses in a slightly smaller horse box with a rear loading ramp
- Built on a shortened 7.5 Tonne chassis to suit the size you require by shortening the wheelbase down to create a compact horse box that is easier to manoeuvre and drive
- Ideal chassis’ for build are Iveco 75e, 7.5t, DAF lf, 7.5t, MAN, 7.5t
- Finished build can be between 12’ and 16’ (381 – 488cm) giving a fully finished length of between 17’ and 21’ (518 – 640cm) including the cab
- With an internal width of 7’11 / 241cm and height of 7’9 / 236cm, the length of the horse and living area can be apportioned to suit your needs, though typically the horses area is 10’ / 305cm, leaving 3’ / 91cm for the living area
Storage
- Tack lockers, cupboards and wardrobes all available in your desired location and size, space and weight dependent
- Choose from external or internal tack lockers, with saddle racks, bridle racks or rug racks as desired
- Tack lockers will be fully lockable with internal storage based on your needs
Safety
- Spare wheel and tyre can be added as an extra
- Battery fitted with an isolation switch to prevent battery drain and act as a security device
- Various optional safety extras are available, such as reversing cameras, horse view cameras, extra padding, fire extinguisher, smoke alarm, side step warning system etc
External
- Fully skirted in aluminium, painted to match the horse box finish
- Price includes external paint in one solid colour of your choice, plus various graphics
- Metallic paint and multi-colour options are available as extras
Horse Area
- Stalled for 2-3 horses herringbone style
- Solid to the floor partitions constructed in aluminium and GRP, multi-position with soft padding and aluminium bar headboards; rubber flap alternatives also available
- Wide and lightweight under sprung ramp, carpeted and trimmed with top hat grip, easy for one person to open and close, or choose a more lightweight aluminium option or a rubber overlay instead of carpet
- Two substantial interlocking loading doors in GRP and padded
- Six internal and five external tie rings provided for secure travel and standing
- Choose the number, location and style of windows; we recommend having 2 per horse for maximum light and ventilation
- Door from horse area into living with the option to add an opening window, ideal to be able to see and hear your horse whilst in transit
- Roll out steps underneath groom’s door leading into horse area, generally including a viewing window
- Floor constructed from galvanised chassis rails and aluminium plank flooring with 19mm rubber overlay
- Heavy duty stockboard fitted up to 4’ / 122cm to prevent damage to the horse area walls
- Fully lined and insulated roof with internal lights of your choice and location
- Choose from various additional options such as a horse shower and horse camera to suit your needs
Living
- Option to include day living or a groom’s compartment, dependent on the space you dedicate to the living and weight available
- Include a small or a large cut through from the cab to the living area for easy access and viewing
- Choose to include a luton above the cab for storage or sleeping
- Include a simple bench and seat with some storage, or a functional kitchen or bathroom area with your choice of appliances and finish
- Choose the number, location and style of windows; we recommend two large windows for good light and ventilation
- Fully insulated roof, finished in your choice of overlay and lights
- Vinyl walls, with the option to upgrade to other materials such as carpet or leather
- 18mm meshdeck with vinyl overlay flooring with the option to upgrade to Karndean overlay
- Any living appliances added can be powered by leisure batteries; a split charge system, generator and 240v plug are available as optional extras
- Choose to add your own optional extras (size and payload dependent) such as a portable chemical toilet for convenience, TV for relaxing between events and fridge for food storage
As part of our policy to continually update the product range, we reserve the right to modify any specifications as may prove necessary. We will be pleased to answer any queries on this matter and confirm current specifications. All dimensions and weights are approximate and intended for guidance only.