Horse trailer

They usually have adjustable vents and windows as well as suspension designed to provide a smooth ride and less stress on the animals.

[2] Some horse trailers are designed to contain human living accommodation, as competitions may involve staying at a venue for one or more nights.

[3] Within the European Union, regulations dictate that a horsebox ramp (used for commercial transportation of horses) should be no steeper than 20°.

This is often achieved through fitting a small hatch or doorway (called a groom's door in the UK).

It is also said that horses need sufficient room to take one step in either direction, so as to better support their weight when the vehicle is in motion.

The bulk of research suggests that horse have reduced stress and fatigue when travelling backwards.

Some railway-owned horse boxes were hired on a semi-permanent basis to racehorse trainers (such as Frank Butters) or owners (such as the Earl of Derby).