Hauling large horses in Brenderup Trailers?

Hi. Found you through a post on horseforum.com - hope you can help. We're in the market for a 2-horse trailer and have an opportunity to purchase a 1998 Brenderup Prestige. I know very little about Brenderup, other than it was the choice for lightweight trailers. Mostly, I'm concerned about what trade-off there might be in sturdiness to get the trailer down to the lower weight. I like the prospect of low maintenance (fiberglas/aluminum), but worry that might come at the cost of durability.

Also, would you know specifically if this 1998 model is suitable for a 15.3hh horse? I've read online that it's good up to 16hh, but not sure if that's accurate or not.

I should note that we're not specifically looking for a lightweight trailer. We're pulling with an F250, so we have plenty of power. But, as I said, I'm attracted by the rust-free construction.

Thanks!

Carl
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Good afternoon, Carl!   Thanks for writing.

Good question but I think you will be pleased with the answer.

We have had out trailer for quite a few years and I have bee inside every nook and cranny of its construction.   They didn't cut corners on the structure.   I have never heard of a structural failure, including trailers that came unhitched (like my daughter's),  were in wrecks...   and heavy usage.   Ours has been from northeastern PA to Chicago (3x), Lexington, Ocala, and hundreds of shows.  The only problem we ever had was after we left the brake on and drive to NJ Horse Park... that cooked everything.  Ours is the only one that I have even hear had that mistake happen.

The most often thing I hear is about floors decaying and sometimes the door material.   There have been several nice replacements that weren't terribly  time consuming or complicated.

I think all of the weight reduction was in the wall and roof materials, and that the fibreglass skin is pretty self supporting, like the skin on an airplane.

My daughter tows with either an old blazer or her mom's Ridgeline.   I have even towed it (empty) with my 1994 Toyota pick-up.  (don't try this at home!)

As for the horse, you will have lots of room.   The way they position the breast bar keeps the horses pretty secure and they have plenty of head room.   We have hauled 16h horses easily.

I think you are making a wise investment.   If I had time and cash I would buy older ones and spruce them up for resale.

Don['t hesitate to contact me with questions.   and thanks for visiting the website.


Jeff
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