SWB Shogun & Trailers

[vicm2509]

I know these posts have been done time and time again, but would I be able to tow a 16.3hh horse (approx. 600kg) with a short wheel based Shogun? Probably the 2.5TD.

I have a box at the moment, but may need to sell it. I dont have the money to runs something like a Range Rover on a day to day basis. I will not be going far, normally no further than a 10 miles radius of the yard. No major hills and not likely to be going on muddy showgrounds, most of the places I go have car parks.

If yes, does anyone have one and are they reliable, and economical? I will be 25 soon so insurance should not be major, and will be getting dad to drive it to shows as dont have the money for my trailer test atm.

 

[Law]

I've not done the maths and worked out weight but yes, I reckon it would be ok. The 2.8td has a bit more grunt for travelling two horses but if it is just one then the 2.5 should be fine.

 

[CSYMolly]

I'm pretty sure you would be fine, even the swb are pretty heavy, do a search for kerb weight for yours. I have a lwb and it isn't economical but does tow lovely.

 

[vicm2509]

My YO has the LWB and tows two big ones with hers. I dont think im going to be able to afford to run a LWB one though.

I will be on a very tight budget next year as person who part loans my horse will be having a baby, so its either sell box and clio and get a trailer & 4x4 or find someone else to share my horse.

 

[splatty]

Hi i have a swb 2.5td pajero, have towed all shapes and sizes with it with no probs, can be a bit juicy on the towing front but it gives such a smooth ride for the horses i wouldnt be without mine plus its automatic so a lovely lazy drive for me too.

 

[icestationzebra]

I have the SWB 2.5TD and it tows really well. It has a max tow weight of 2.5 tons. My trailer is 860Kg and my 16.3hh is around 560kg leaving me loads to spare - even if you follow the guide of not exceeding 85% of max tow weight. I have towed two with absolutely no problem.
Good luck!

 

[mlm]

i had to sell our lorry and car and bought the 2.8TD lwb and trailer it was much to juicy doing 25 to a gallon had to sell it and having a rethink

 

[FabulousFlynn'sMum]

Hi there, I have a SWB Shogun, albeit the 3.2 version, and I tow an Ifor Williams 510 with a 16.1 ID and a 15.3 trotterxcob in tow, I can honestly say ive never had any problems and it tows like a dream. Hope that helps, luv Jayne x