I good place to purchase a new livestock trailer would be at fthr.com. They have a large assortment of trailers and have a user friendly webpage. If you are looking for a used trailer I would suggest Craigslist.org or trailershopper.com.
You should find out about the cost and durability of the livestock trailers before making a purchase.
Livestock trailers usually have holes in the sides and are used to haul livestock. Stock trailers are typically enclosed completely.
You can buy livestock trailers at www.fthr.com, or www.trailershopper.com
Prices of livestock trailers can range from $500 to $1000 (used). Gooseneck trailers can be attached if more items are needed to be moved.
Most livestock trailers hold 5 or 6 cows.
There are a few websites that you can sell livestock trailers. Some include, www.agriseek.com, www.trailershopper.com, and www.truckpaper.com
Check out Uncle Bobs Trailers online, he has some pretty good listings. Livestock trailers in Id. and Or.
Yes, there are tight rules on livestock motors. Livestock motors are required to have regular MOT tests and trailers have to be maintained to a high standard as police are cracking down on poorly maintained trailers. The condition of the braking system in particular has to be good.
Depending on what type of livestock you plan on transporting will depend on how tall the trailer you will need. Horse trailers average about 10 feet to 7 feet. Most other trailers for smaller livestock is around 4 feet to 6 feet.
Livestock trailers will generally hold between 4 and 8 tons. Also, if they have 2 axles they can support more weight.
There are many different brands of trailers. However, the brand that is best for transporting horses is Exiss.
Depending on the condition, used livestock trailers will sell for several hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. Your location will also affect the price.