Cattle Trailers

10×6 Tandem Hot Dip Galvanised Stock Cattle Trailer Crate Cow Livestock Farm 2800ATM

$8,600.00

Functions of a Cattle Trailer

The function of a cattle trailer is to transport a large load. This can be cattle or anything else that is required. When you search for cattle trailers for sale in Melbourne, Australia you will soon see that there are a huge variety of options available. This can make it incredibly difficult for you to make your decision, but luckily, there are things that you can do to simplify the process. This could include making sure that you know whether you want a double, stock or truck-attached cattle trailer. The use will also form part of your decision, as will if you need a deck or not. If you want some of the most popular options of cattle trailer, we would recommend the 10×6 Tandem Hot Dip Galvanised Stock Cattle Trailer or this tandem galvanised trailer.

How to Maintain your Cattle Trailer

If you want to make sure that you are maintaining your cattle trailer properly, then you need to follow this set of instructions. If you do, then you will soon find that it is easier than ever for you to get the best result out of your new purchase.

Preparing the Trailer

The first thing that you have to do is park the trailer so that it is on a slope. You will need to do this so that the back doors angle downwards. The tilt will allow any water to pour out of the trailer as it is being washed. If you do not have any kind of incline on your property, then you can jack up the front of the trailer by a few inches. You will also need to take everything out of the trailer, including manure, bedding material, accessories and mats. It is a good idea for you to open your windows and your doors so that you can let some fresh air in. Any feed should also be cleaned out at this point.

Washing

You should never use any kind of pressure washer on your trailer if possible. The main reason for this is because the power could easily end up damaging the finish or the polish on the side sheets. Instead, just stick with a hose. You can mix in some car wash soap with some warm water if you feel like you need something a little bit stronger. Make sure that you give all of the lights, the walls and the interior a good clean. A lot of people forget about washing the bottom, but you have to remember that this is the bit you’ll be dragging through the mud. If you have a 10x6 cattle trailer, then you should be able to clean it all with a good-length hose pipe.

Lighting

You need to make sure that every single light on the trailer works. The best and the easiest way for you to do this would be for you to have two people. One person will need to sit inside the vehicle and turn on each light, one at a time. The other person will then check the lights to ensure that they are working. If you are looking for a new cattle trailer for sale, then this step could help you to sell your old one.

Tires

You should know that flat tires are known for creating a lot more friction on the road when compared to other tires. This means that they have a tendency to wear down faster and they are also at a higher risk of blowing out. Poorly inflated tires have a hard time supporting very heavy loads, meaning that your trailer may sway as you drive. If possible, you need to replace all of your tires at the same time because if you don’t then you may find that you end up with an even bigger issue on your hands in the future.

Grease

Lastly, you need to grease your trailer. Make sure that you grease the ball hitch, the tongue jack and the ramp hinges if possible. This should be done before every long trip you take.

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