Which Truck Can Pull My Horse Trailer?
If you work with horses, you’re well aware of just how heavy these beautiful beasts can be. While they’re quick and graceful, they’re also deceptively heavy. While it can vary greatly by breed and age, an adult horse can weigh anywhere from 800 lbs to northwards of a ton.
Ultimately, your vehicle choice will depend on what you plan to tow. Tom Scheve, the cofounder of EquiSpirit Trailer Company, emphasizes this, saying, “No matter how you put a rig together, it’s important to do it in this order: horse first, trailer second, tow vehicle third.”
This is sound logic. If you’re planning on transporting a single horse for shows or other events, a small trailer and a relatively low towing capacity might be enough for you. If you’re looking to move a multi-horse trailer loaded with multiple adult horses and gear, though, then a bigger truck is an absolute must.
Making Your Choice
Once you can estimate the weight of your horses and find the weight of your trailer, you can begin working with that load weight to choose the right vehicle. For many drivers, the 2018 GMC Sierra 1500 or the all-new 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 at our Augusta dealership might prove to be good options. The 2018 Sierra 1500 can tow between 5,400 and 12,500 lbs; the 2019 model boosts these figures a bit, and also offers great new trailering packages for your convenience.
If your expected load is expected to spend a lot of time north of 10,000 lbs or so, then the GMC heavy-duty line is what you’re after. The 2018 GMC Sierra 2500HD has a maximum capacity of between 13,000 and 17,600 lbs, making it a better fit for multi-horse trailers. The 2018 GMC Sierra 3500HD is capable of towing up to 13,000 to 23,100 lbs, making it a farm or ranch champion for everything from trailers to tractors.
If you’re not sure which truck is the right fit for you, come see us and let us know what you need to tow! We can help you make the perfect choice, so don’t hesitate to contact Master Buick GMC online or by calling (844) 632-4294 today.