Description
Extra Headroom for Taller Horses, All Aluminum Throughout
Seven feet six inches of inside height is the reason to look at this 2013 Shadow 2HSL rather than the half-dozen other two-horse trailers in the same price range. That extra six inches over a standard 7-foot trailer, about 22.5 hands of clearance, is not a luxury for a 16-hand-plus horse. It is the difference between an animal that travels with its head in a natural position and one that spends the whole journey bracing against a low ceiling.
Everything about the structure is aluminum, which pays off in two directions on a used trailer. Corrosion is simply not the story it would be on a steel unit of the same vintage, and the light empty weight, around 2,800 lb, keeps this trailer within reach of tow vehicles that would struggle with a heavier steel equivalent.
The 13-foot box strikes a workable balance. It is long enough for two horses and a dressing room without the awkwardness of maneuvering an oversized rig into a crowded showground or a narrow farm gateway. A 2-foot short wall dressing room up front holds saddles, bridles, blankets and grooming kit in a dry space of their own, and the 7-foot long wall gives the stall area proper depth.
Specifications
- 2013 Shadow 2HSL, two-horse trailer, used and described as very clean
- All-aluminum construction
- Dressing room with 2 ft short wall and 7 ft long wall
- Tandem 3,500 lb axles
- 15 in tires with spare tire included
- Manual jack
- Outside width 6 ft 9 in
- Inside height 7 ft 6 in, roughly 22.5 hands
- Box length 13 ft
- Empty weight approximately 2,800 lb; GVWR 7,000 lb
Note the outside width of 6 ft 9 in. That is narrower than the 7-foot trailers it competes with, which makes it easier to place on a tight barn approach but also means the stall space is correspondingly snug, so measure your horses across the shoulder. In effect you are trading a little width for a lot of height, and for owners of tall, narrow-framed horses that is the right trade.
The towing side is undemanding. At 7,000 lb gross with a 2,800 lb empty weight, a properly equipped half-ton truck handles it, though you want the brake controller set correctly and margin between your tow rating and the loaded figure rather than a number that only just clears.
On any used horse trailer, four components see the wear and deserve a careful look before the first haul: the floor beneath the mats, the wiring and lights, the brakes, and the tires, which should be judged by date code rather than by how much tread is left. Tandem axles and an included spare mean a roadside flat is an inconvenience rather than the end of the day.
Delivery is a flat rate by region from our Sacramento yard – local, nationwide and international – and the exact rate shows at checkout. Keep comparing inside Two Horse Trailers, or tell us where it needs to go and we will price the delivery.
Recommended Applications
- Equestrian Travel & Shows: Safe, stress-free transport for competition horses with superior ventilation and secure divider systems.
- Ranch & Livestock Operations: Reliable hauling across ranches and rural roads with heavy-duty torsion axles.
- Trail Riding & Weekend Outings: Comfortable dressing room and tack storage for extended weekend trail adventures.
Delivery, Logistics & Site Preparation
Big Bear Containers provides reliable, insured delivery direct to your site across the Sacramento region, Northern California, and nationwide throughout the continental United States. Depending on the unit, delivery is handled via specialized tilt-bed rollback truck or transport trailer.
- Site Access Requirements: Ensure a clear, level surface (concrete pad, packed gravel, or asphalt) with adequate approach clearance for delivery trucks.
- Pre-Delivery Inspection: Every unit undergoes a rigorous multi-point inspection prior to dispatch to ensure doors, seals, structural members, and flooring meet our strict quality criteria.
- Rapid Dispatch: Local Sacramento and California deliveries typically arrive within 3 to 7 business days following order confirmation. Nationwide freight options are fully tracked.
Why Choose Big Bear Containers?
At Big Bear Containers Inc., we pride ourselves on delivering premium grade storage containers, modular structures, and commercial trailers with transparent pricing and exceptional customer care. Whether you are purchasing a single storage container or outfitting an entire commercial fleet, our Sacramento-based team is dedicated to providing durable solutions tailored to your operational needs.
- Rigorous Inspection Guarantee: Guaranteed wind- and water-tight containers with robust structural integrity.
- Transparent Quotes: Flat regional delivery rates shown at checkout, with no hidden handling fees.
- Dedicated Support: Personalized assistance from container specialists from order placement to on-site drop-off.
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