Best horse floats in Australia: top brands compared (2026)
Comparing horse float brands in Australia? Wes runs through the leading brands, and the checks on tare weight, warranty, inclusions and value that separate the best from the rest.
Buying a float
11 guides
Comparing horse floats Australia wide: a simple guide for buyers
Comparing horse floats across Australia doesn't have to be hard. A simple, side-by-side way to compare any brand on size, weight, warranty, inclusions and value, from the riders at EuroFloat.
Compare the top horse floats in Australia: 2026 guide
A side-by-side guide to Australia's top horse float brands, comparing tare weight, bay size, flooring, warranty and price on 2 horse angle load floats, plus the questions to ask before you buy.
Best horse floats in Australia: what to compare before you buy
The right float depends on your horses, tow vehicle and the way you travel. Here's how to decide what matters before comparing models, prices and warranty terms.
How a EuroFloat is built: engineering, approvals and quality checks
Engineer certified, approved by the Department of Infrastructure, and checked at every stage. Wes takes you through how every EuroFloat horse float is built and finished in Australia.
New vs second-hand horse floats: what you really get for the money
A cheaper used float can cost more than you think. Wes compares new and second-hand horse floats on warranty, condition, hidden costs and resale, and explains why a EuroFloat holds its value.
Horse float warranties: what to ask before you buy
A warranty is only as good as the people behind it. Wes explains what a horse float warranty should cover, the questions to ask any brand before you buy, and how EuroFloat handles claims.
Two-horse vs three-horse floats: which one suits your family?
Should you buy a 2 horse float or a 3 horse float? Here's how to compare the cost, weight, space and practical differences before choosing what suits your horses and family.
Horse float dimensions: finding the right fit for your horse
Not every 2 horse float gives your horse the same amount of room. Here's how to compare real bay lengths, widths and internal heights, and what to measure before you buy.
Horse float dividers: getting the space right for larger horses
Dividers make a difference to how much usable space a horse has inside a float. Here's what to look for with larger horses, how different arrangements work and why bay size matters more than height...
Gooseneck vs bumper pull: what works for Australian riders?
Gooseneck or conventional horse float? Here's how the different hitches work, what they mean for your towing vehicle, and what to compare before choosing.
Horse float flooring: which materials should you consider?
Timber, aluminium or composite? Here's what matters when comparing horse float floors, why rubber mats need lifting and what to check before buying a new or second-hand float.
Towing and safety
8 guides
Safe horse float towing: Wes's pre-tow checklist
My pre-tow checklist for towing horses safely: vehicle, float, hitching, loading and driving, plus why our customers say a EuroFloat tows better than anything else on the market.
What can tow a horse float: choosing the right vehicle
Not every vehicle with a towbar can tow a horse float. Here's how to check towing capacity, GVM, GCM and coupling ratings before choosing your vehicle and float.
Horse float weights: what your float really weighs
Horse float weights can be confusing when you're comparing models. Here's how to understand tare, ATM and payload, with actual EuroFloat model figures and the things you need to allow for before to...
Horse float brakes: electric brakes, breakaway systems and what to check
Horse float brakes need to suit the trailer's weight and operate correctly before you travel. Here's how electric brakes, brake controllers and breakaway systems work, with the Australian requireme...
Loading and unloading a horse float: straight load, angle load and 3-horse floats
A calm day out starts with a calm load at home. Ideas for loading and unloading horses in 2-horse straight load, 2-horse angle load and 3-horse angle load floats, from first-time Pony Club families...
Towing a horse float on P plates: what you're allowed to do
Learner and P-plate towing rules vary across Australia. Here's what each state confirms, why NSW red P restrictions matter for horse floats and what families should check before travelling.
Horse float rego and roadworthy: what your state requires
Horse float registration and roadworthy requirements differ across Australia. Here's what the state authorities say about registration fees, safety certificates, inspections and transfers.
Horse float cameras: what to look for before fitting one
Thinking about adding a camera to your horse float? Here's the difference between watching your horses and checking behind the float, along with what to know about screens, power and installation.
Owning a float
5 guides
Horse float servicing: what needs checking and when
A horse float needs regular checks even when it isn't used every week. Here's a practical servicing schedule, what your mechanic should inspect and how to look after your float between services.
How to clean and look after your horse float floor
Your horse float floor carries your horses on every trip. Wes's routine for cleaning, drying and checking it, what cleaners to avoid, and how to look after the EuroFloat aluminium flooring system.
Horse float tyres: pressure, size and checks before every trip
Your horse float tyres need checking even when the float hasn't been used for a while. Here's how to check pressure, wear, tyre age and the warning signs before your next trip.
Horse float suspension: what it changes and what to check
Horse float suspension does more than sit between the body and wheels. Here's how common suspension systems work, what they change and which parts need checking as your float gets older.
Horse float insurance: what it covers, what it doesn't, and how to choose
What horse float insurance covers, why your float must stay under its ATM and your vehicle's GCM, and how to choose cover. From Australian-owned EuroFloat.
Living and days out
4 guides
Camping with horses: horse-friendly campgrounds in QLD, VIC and around Australia
Where to camp with your horse in Queensland, Victoria and NSW, the rules to know before you go, and why a camper horse float or Overnighter makes horse camping so much easier.
Long-distance horse travel: preparing your horse and float
Travelling a long way with horses takes more planning than an ordinary trip to the local arena. Here's how to prepare your route, horses, float and overnight stops before heading away.
Horse float awnings: choosing the right setup for shows and camping
A horse float awning can make show days and camping trips more comfortable. Here's how wall-mounted, roof-mounted and electric awnings compare, what they cost and what to check before choosing.
Your first show season: the horse show packing list for your float
Heading into your first show season? Wes's horse show checklist covers everything to pack in the float for your horse, rider and the day itself, with tips for Pony Club families.